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In February 2015 Philippe Ribière and Dan Bates visited Read Macadam in the Sultanate of Oman.

With word of a treasure trove of massive potential for bouldering first ascents, they explored a remote canyon high in the Eastern Hajar mountain range on the eastern most part of Arabia. What they discovered is world class.

Arabia Oman
Philippe Ribière bouldering in Arabia. Photo Read Macadam

Get transported back to another era – where ancient tradition reigns – an ancient village settlement, nestled in a valley full of giant freestanding boulders and join us as we climb first ascents in the home of a traditional Arabic people from another time.

Teaser – Valley of Giants from Read Macadam on Vimeo.

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