Alex Megos

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The Ratstaman Vibrations project was made semi-famous by a 2012 Petzl video of Chris Sharma bolting the line and working the moves; it memorably includes a gigantic sideways dyno [insert Sharma scream] to a flat edge.

For the German climber and his family, life has changed dramatically over the past five weeks.

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Alex Megos sent Underground (5.14d) in Arco, Italy on his first try, and suggested a potential downgrade.

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After more than three weeks of work, 24-year-old Alex Megos from Frankenjura, Germany, made the FA of Perfecto Mundo at Finestra in Margalef, Spain, ticking his first 5.15c.

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Last year, a little climber made a big impact on social media. Alex Legos gained a fast following for his impressive ascents in all climbing disciplines. What's more impressive is that he's only 1.5 inches tall.

Alex Megos shares his mindset for fast and decisive sending

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FEBRUARY 22, 2016 EDITION