Video. No Comment: Speed ​​climbing championship on tree trunks in England


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Competitors leap from the top of 100-foot-high Douglas fir poles in a sport that originated in the traditions of North American lumberjacks.

Competitors leap from the top of 30-metre-high Douglas fir poles in a sport that has roots in the traditions of North American lumberjacks.

Some athletes use titanium spikes to gain speed. Dan Whelana 27-year-old tree surgeon, defended his title in 9.9 seconds, just shy of his record of 8.8 seconds.

In women, it is Chloe Barnard who won the victory. The next championship will take place in 2026 in the United Kingdom.

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