Fountainebleau!

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September 19th 2007

Published: September 25th 2007

Beautiful Green! About 80km south of Paris, Fountainebleau is a fine destination for Parisians escaping the big city at weekends and a mecca for boulderers from all around the world. Why am I here? It's green, it's beautiful, peaceful and there are lots of pleasant places to climb. The boulders are not famous for no reason - they allow all different climbing styles and are located in a gorgeou... Read Full Entry

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Jose Magalhaes

Jose blog

Hello and welcome to my blog. I feel so happy for having a chance to explore a bit of this amazing planet where we spend our brief existence. After years of dedication to teaching at a primary school in central London I was ready for a change. Setting off on a motorbike trip through western Europe and Morocco was like a jug of fresh water to my thirsty mouth. Then after some preparation I flew to N.York, bought a van and spent a few months crossing the United States, visiting the most spectacular landscapes in the national parks - and crying of gratitude for the ... full info

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...on to a longer route...

Satisfaction

...all the way to the top!

Smile

The belayer seems happy too!

Yoann's attempt

Following day back to the boulders of Fountainebleau with Arnaud, little brother Yoann and friends.

Good to Look at?

While Professeur Arnaud perfects his overhang techniques...

Orange Grades I

...we normal, stiff people try something much easier...

Orange Grades II

...try and keep cool...

Orange Grades III

... and succeed!

Allez Poussin!

Yoann does well too.

Laying Back I

Une belle demonstration de la technique de l'opposition.

Laying Back II

Tired Arms

A bit exausted but quite happy to try a few more routes until early eve, than get on the bike and ride back to the tent.

11th November 2007

Ale
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Um Oi do Ale - ex climbing partner
Great man! that feels like lots of fun. not sure about the cold! but after all the exercise who thinks about cold! happy to see you having a great time! look after yorself! lots of love . ale

30th November 2007

Arnaud
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Really a great guy !
Hi José ! I finally found your web site ! I hope that all is good for you. This was a real pleasure of meeting you, and now I'm following you on your blog. I work my English to write you shortly. I hope to climb together once again dear José. Please take care of you, especially on the VFR !

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