20 Questions
Describe your climbing background.
I began climbing 25 years ago on the smooth rocks of Totoga; where Manolo wrote the history of Italian climbing, in the heart of the Dolomites.

Was there a big breakthrough or defining moment for you?
A great change in my way of seeing climbing happened when I saw Moffat and Moon in their video the “Real Thing.”

Describe a memorable climbing experience.
The opening of the route “Cani morti” in the Dolomites (8b+/c).

What are you up to when you’re not climbing?
I’m a mountain-rescuer.

Any training advice or suggestions?
A lot of bouldering. (The essence of climbing.)

Who or what inspires you?
Any of those who are able to transmit emotions in climbing.

How do you see climbing evolving in the next five years?
I think climbing will go far ahead, towards unforeseeable difficulties, particularly on big walls.

What do you think about the 5.15 grade?
It’s very near.

Do you have any vices and what are they?
Smoke and beer.

What are your future plans or goals in climbing?
I’m sure my future will be rich in wonderful climbing all over the world.