Gali Ares Has Been Bolting Routes in Spain for 30 Years
A new documentary by guidebook author Richie Patterson about a local climber following his passion
Guidebook author and longtime climber Richie Patterson has released a film on route developer Gali Ares, who’s been establishing routes Spain for over 30 years. You can watch it below, English subtitles available.
About the film, Patterson said, “We get Gali’s take on Teverga, new routing, his inspirations and how his twin passions of music and climbing intertwine to form his character. It is about a quiet passion, a lasting love affair and the hard work and inspiration behind a creative act that leaves a legacy for everyone.”
If you plan on visiting Spain anytime soon, then be sure to check out Patterson’s dual language guidebook called Roca Verde to the areas Asturias, Cantabria and Leon, and follow him on Instagram below.
Gali Ares
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