Michaela Kiersch, “La Rambla” - 5.15a

In January 2023, Michaela Kiersch made history by sending La Rambla (5.15a/9a) in Siurana, Spain, becoming only the third woman ever to climb the route and the seventh woman to reach the 5.15 grade. Established in 2003, La Rambla is one of the most iconic and enduring benchmark sport routes in the world, demanding elite-level power, technique, and mental fortitude across its sustained and punishing sequence. This film documents the culmination of years of focused dedication — since her 2021 ascent of Dreamcatcher (5.14d), Michaela overhauled her training with more bouldering and hangboarding to bridge the gap to this elite tier. Shot and edited by Colette McInerney, the film captures both the physical intensity and the emotional weight of achieving a landmark climb, making it essential viewing for anyone who loves high-level sport climbing.

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In January 2023, Dr. Michaela Kiersch sent ‘La Rambla’ (5.15a), making her the 3rd woman to send the route, and the 7th woman to climb 5.15. ‘La Rambla’ is one of the best — and oldest — 5.15’s in the world. Established in 2003, La Rambla is a benchmark for international sport climbing. Since her ascent of ‘Dreamcatcher’ (5.14d) in 2021, Michaela has re-dedicated herself to reaching this goal — spending more time bouldering, hangboarding, and training. Looks like it’s paying off. ** Credits ** Colette McInerney - Video and Edit **Music** “El Monte” - Luke Melville “The Precipice” - We Dream of Eden “Ride or Die” - Yarin Primak “Out of Flux” Flight of the Inner Bird “Mythlogica” - Ofrin ** Copyright ** © Petzl Distribution 2023 - All rights reserved