Ashima Shiraishi Sends V15, Sets New Standard
Ashima Shiraishi has become the first female to climb V15. Shiraishi is 14 years old and has been setting standards for the past few years. She broke the news on her Instagram that she sent Horizon V15 in Hiei, Japan. The route was first climbed by Dai Koyamada.
With the send, she becomes the youngest person and first female to climb the grade. Photographer Brett Lowell was there to capture the action.
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