In August 2013, Sasha DiGiulian achieved a remarkable feat by climbing Bellavista in the Dolomites, becoming the first woman to ascend a 5.14b big wall. This accomplishment followed two weeks of intensive effort on challenging pitches that tested her skills. While initially a sport climber, DiGiulian adapted to the complexities of big wall scenarios, discovering a passion for extended climbs away from everyday distractions. Despite her success, she faced criticism regarding her achievements, particularly online trolling questioning her independent capability, which highlighted ongoing issues of gender biases within the climbing community.
"It's really aggravating. Every time I do a project with a guy, people assume my partner leads the hard pitches, even if there is photo or video evidence otherwise."
"I love long days on the wall, working on a project, being away from the chaos of the rest of life. It's all-encompassing."
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