Climber Bio

Markus looking cool. Photo: Bernhard Kogler

Markus Bendler

At the moment 'I' would say, and maybe others too that Markus is the best in the world as far as ice and mixed ice climbing go. More importantly though, than this kind of off-hand statement, he is the ideal role model for many of us (the 'younger' ones at least).

Current World Champion/World Cup Champion ice climber. Sponsored by Scarpa, Black Diamond and more.

Occupation: Climbing constructor

Born: Innsbruck in 1984

Age 20: Climbed M12

Age 22: Climbed M13

Age 23: Climbed WI 7

Age 25: Ice Climbing World Champion

Markus has also climbed up to F9a sport routes.

Website: http://markusbendler.at