Lucija Tarkuš sends her first 9a in Mišja peč
The Istrian climbing season is in full swing, and the spotlight is firmly on Lucija Tarkuš, who has just achieved the biggest ascent of her career. The 22-year-old Slovenian Lead World Cup competitor completed the iconic Martin Krpan (9a) in the right part of Mišja peč, marking her first-ever 9a and becoming the second woman to climb the route, after Laura Rogora’s ascent last year.
Coming off fast redpoints of Konec mira (8c) and Strelovod (8c), Lucija demonstrated exceptional form and determination to finish the full link-up of Martin Krpan. Her ascent cements her position among the strongest female sport climbers in Slovenia and adds another impressive chapter to the history of Mišja peč’s hardest lines.
Slovenians dominating Mišja peč
Female achievements
- Rosa Rekar has had a stellar season, sending Strelovod (8c), Corrida (8c), Kaj ti je deklica (8b+) on her third try, Marjetica (8b), and Pikova dama (8b).
- Lana Gorič climbed her first 8b+, the chipped classic Marioneta, and also completed Lahko noč, Irena (8b).
- Tina Bobnar, just 15 years old, sent Giljotina (8a).
- Ajda Skukan Mlačnik, 14, climbed Mozaik (8a).
- Katja Debevec pulled through Missing link (8b+).
Male achievements
- Ian Grilc (17) clipped the chains of his first 8c, Strelovod.
- Nejc Sitar redpointed Strelovod (8c) and flashed Giljotina (8a).
- Zan Lovenjak Sudar powered through the first part of Sanjski par (8c+).
- Lovro Črep onsighted Triad (8a) and crimped hard in Eagles (8b).
- Matevž Štular visited nearby sector Babna in Osp, where he climbed the hardest route over there, Veper lady (8b).
Big Polish group making waves in Mišja peč
A large Polish team has also been very active:
- Basia Dębowska: Samsara (8a), Tekila (8a)
- Julia Leonardi: Mozaik (8a)
- Stanislaw Taranowski: Marjetica (8b)
- Jeremi FG (14): Mrtvaški ples (8b), Marioneta (8b+)
- Bartłomiej Adamczyk: Missing link (8b+) — his hardest yet
- Wojtek Michlewski: Lahko noč, Irena (8b), Corto (8a) flash
- Adam Karpierz: Strelovod (8c), Marjetica (8b)
- Lukasz Dudek (coach): Karizma (8b+)
- Mateusz Haladaj (coach): Talk Is cheap (8c)
International climbers joining mix
Other climbers from around Europe have also been sending:
- Vaclav Jaroš (Czech Republic): Missing link (8b+)
- Simona Prokešová (Czech Republic): Lahko noč, Irena (8b), Mozaik (8a), Iglu (8a)
- Juraj Gondzur (13, Slovakia): Mrtvaški ples (8b)
Weather forecast for Osp – What’s ahead
Here’s the upcoming 7-day weather outlook for Osp, according to meteoblue
- Temperatures are expected to range roughly 11–16 °C during the week.
- Snow or rain is forecasted toward the middle and end of the week:
- On Saturday, precipitation of 0.1–0.2″ (≈ 2.5–5 mm) is likely.
- Sunday and Monday could bring heavier precipitation (>0.8″).
- Wind conditions: light to moderate wind from the east is predicted at the start of the week (around 13–20 km/h), shifting in speed and direction later on.
- Sunshine hours: early in the week, there will be more sun (up to ~9 hours/day), but cloud cover is expected to increase toward the weekend.
Implications for climbing:
- The beginning of the week looks favorable for climbing — relatively mild temperatures, wind is manageable, and low precipitation risk.
- Mid- to late week could be more challenging for outdoor climbing due to higher chances of rain, so route planning and flexibility will be important.
- If you’re heading to Mišja peč or nearby areas, consider tackling harder climbs early in the week and keeping easier or less exposed routes as options for later days.