Can’t imagine a more nerve wracking medium to climb than chalk but thats exactly what the 10 competitors at Red Bull White Cliffs competition came to the Isle of Wight to do. Watch them utilize ice axes and crampons to ascend the treachery of a crumbling wall.

Francis Xavier is a seasoned writer for Unofficial Networks, bringing a lifetime of outdoor experience to his work. Having lived in a ski resort town for years he has a deep connection to mountain culture.... More by Francis Xavier