Bouldering – Competitive sport or life philosophy? The simple answer: Bouldering is a climbing sport where climbers ascend rock overhangs (in English: "boulder") or on designated routes in climbing gyms without ropes or protection. However, for Bernd Zangerl, bouldering is much more than that: it is complete trust in one's own body’s abilities and a oneness with nature. It involves overcoming personal fears and working towards the liberating feeling of conquering the most challenging passages. In his book, he introduces athletes and fascinated spectators to the trendy world of bouldering:

• Pioneers and stars of the bouldering scene: exciting stories and breathtaking photos
• The history of bouldering: from its beginnings on steep walls to traversing and modern indoor and outdoor bouldering
• Bouldering for beginners: the fundamentals of climbing, techniques for strength and endurance training, as well as motivation and competition preparation
• Tips on climbing gear: When do my bouldering shoes fit properly, and what do I need climbing accessories like a chalk bag or crash pad for?
• Bouldering with children as well as well-known bouldering areas with routes for beginners and advanced climbers

Learn to climb with Bernd Zangerl, the "Natural Born Free Climber." Growing up in Tyrol, professional climber Bernd Zangerl feels at home all over the world. As a mountaineer, he climbed the Mont Blanc massif and the Dolomites at a young age, and today he is considered one of the best boulderers in the world. Whether as an outdoor sport or in the bouldering gym: for him, nothing compares to the euphoric feeling of learning new bouldering holds, mastering the toughest boulders in record time, and gaining new self-confidence through success. This book allows fans to experience the fascination that this sport evokes!.