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Alex Honnold and Cedar Wright headed down to the massive granite walls of Cochamó, Chile, a place known to many as the "Yosemite of South America." The short film entitled High Contrast combines the gorgeous scenery of Cochamó's walls and surroundings with some poignant commentary by Alex on his views ... |
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Video depicting the route's first ascentA group of six Argentineans have a very successful expedition to open a superb new route on Trinidad's central tower. The video takes you through Cochamó's approach and Argentrinidad's climbing section by section.... |
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Vivir Para TrabajarGlimpses of the first ascension of Vivir Para Trabajar (5.11c, 675 m) on Cerro La Junta, Cochamó by Spanish-climbers Jose Miguel Diaz and Alejandro Puche... |
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& scenic wondersThis Yosemite of Chile offers some of Patagonia's most incredible scenery. These photos give a glimpse, but nothing compares to seeing it for yourself... |
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Not just bigwallsClimbers come to Cochamó now as much to accomplish bigwalls as they do to enjoy short routes. These photos depict a variety of walls and their crack, sport, face, caves, deep-water bouldering. If you plan to only crag, don't leave your gear behind. A small rack will open up loads ... |
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200 drawings of routes and wallsSince 1998, climbers have mapped their new routes through hand-drawn topos. The following collection is in alphabetical order according to route or wall name. The Refugio Cochamó keeps the originals in their library.... |
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Rock Climbing PhotosDuring the last 10 years we have collected photos from many climbers. This selection depicts climbing, its scenery and its people... |
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5.10d 350 metersThis prominent dihedral system has become an area classic finishing atop in valley's most popular peak, Trinidad.... |
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Cowboy culture in the deep AndesOnly by horse can you ride into the rugged Andes, get to its small communities connected by only horse trails and feel the culture that connects the locals to these mountains.... |
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Cochamó's Longest RouteTigres del Norte (5.12d 1,200 m) stands as the longest route in Cochamó. After 18 days on the wall, the Swiss team of Tom Holzhauser, Dominik Angehrn and brothers Michi and Jvan Tresch completed the longest free route in the valley. They had attempted a line to the left of ... |
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Rock'trip 2010Chilean eXpuesto Films released this trailer from their visit during the Roc Trip Festival 2010. The short video gives some glimpses at climbing, hiking, the valley and some of the festival's festivities... |
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Need for the steedPackhorses form an essential part of life in Cochamó. They provide tourists the means to haul their gear easily into the valley and locals with self-employed work. These animals are literally the workhorses of Cochamó's economy. Without them, this tourist destination would not exist.... |
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But be careful!One of Cochamó Valley's most popular and dangerous attractions. The natural water slides of La Junta River form an exciting and refreshing time, but 90 percent of all the accidents occur here from those careless on the slippery rock, sliding down dangerous areas and starting too high up. Have fun ... |
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a short Brazilian filmIn 2006, Brazilians Chiquinho Hartmann and his crew came and made this excellent, short video depicting some of Cochamó's highlights... |
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Tent life in the Cochamó's epicenterLife in the valley doesn't just rotates around Cochamó's many hikes, rock climbs, waterfalls and pools, but also around your tent and neighbors that share your passion for the outdoors.... |
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the valley's most breath-taking peakThese images will take you on a walk up past 3000-year-old alerce trees, rock balconies and atop granite cliffs.... |
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Images of the valley's bed & breakfastWelcome to Cochamó's bed & breakfast, or Refugio Cochamó, visual tour.... |
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Part 2: The Steeper Side |
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in the Cochamó regionRodrigo Condeza from MiraLejos.cl filmed spectacular footage of sea kayaking in the northern Patagonia region which explores the waters below glaciar-capped volcanoes, waterfalls and within the realm of sea lions and Austral dolphins... |
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Horseback, fly fishing, sailing, sea kayak...This video briefly glimpses the many outdoor activities and adventures possible in the Cochamó region.... |
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