Theo Ravanello

Théo Ravanello - Prize list

Théo Ravanello is a French climber, Champion de France Espoir en Difficulté (2017), Coupe de France semi-finalist and World Championship semi-finalist.

A versatile climber, in 2020 he released his first 8C boulder, "Malédiction Assis".

After a sabbatical year, Théo Ravanello returns to competition in 2023, and YY Vertical is proud to support him in his quest for podiums and medals.

Beyond that, Théo has a little special feature: he's a spiritual climber! And his spirit is his strength. Namaste.

His project

Champion de France Espoir en Difficulté in 2017, Théo wants to return to professional competition in 2025. His sights are set on the 2028 Olympic Games in Los Angeles. And to do that, he needs to be at the top level.

To progress rapidly and maintain an elite level of performance, you need access to the right tools. YY Vertical is very proud to be able to offer him its best warm-up, training and recovery products.

Climbing as seen by Theo :

How did your passion for climbing come about?

"I started with my older brother when I was 6, but I also did other sports on the side. It was really at the age of 10 that I got hooked, and then I made climbing my way of life!"

What's your favorite climbing spot?

"There are a lot of them in France, but I think with Buoux we have an intimate connection, probably due to the history of climbing."

What do you think makes a perfect climbing day?

"They're all perfect!
Ideally, sunshine, friends, a cool breeze, fun, performance and, of course, great movement sensations!"

Apart from climbing, what are your passions or hobbies?

"Apart from climbing, I really like a lot of things. It may seem contradictory, but I'm very curious.
I like photography, I like to learn in museums, I like fashion, I like personal development, spirituality, and business..."

Do you have a ritual before lacing up on a complicated/competitive route?

"In recovery, yes!
At the end of big training sessions I like to have a little snack as a reward for hard work! 😄"

What does the phrase "live your sport better" mean to you?

"It inspires comfort. And good health!"

How do you think your personal values as an athlete fit in withYY Vertical 's values of caring, closeness, passion and support?

My values are in line with those of YY Verticale, because proximity, passion and support are essential human values if you want to have a good time!
And it's these values that bind us together, then connect us...

Flash questions

Slab or cant?

"Spill!"

Block or track?

"Aie aie aie... both!"

Lolotte or no-foot?

"Lolotte!!!"

Heel or tailstock?

"Talon direct!"

What's your climbing superpower?

"The flexibility of my body and mind".