Nele Vermeeren
17-year-old climbing talent and RainyDays ambassador
Age
17 years
Team
Belgian Climbing Team & Klimax Puurs
Specialty
Bouldering & Lead
About Nele
Nele is a 17-year-old climber who has been climbing since she was 7. As a member of the Belgian Climbing Team and Klimax Puurs, she combines elite sports ambitions with fun competitions. Together with Matti Debelle, they form an inseparable climbing duo that pushes each other to new heights.
Why RainyDays?
The brand radiates energy, passion and pride - exactly what I need during training and competitions. Most importantly: it's by and for women who know what really matters: freedom, comfort and the courage to chase your dreams.
My connection with RainyDays
For me, climbing is about adventure, making memories and staying true to yourself. Whether I'm competing at the European Championships or laughing with friends during a fun competition - that mix of ambition and joy fits perfectly with RainyDays. You encourage women to shine, push boundaries and above all - enjoy! That's what I want to promote as an ambassador!
Ambassador in action
Q&A with Nele
What's your most memorable climbing moment so far?
"I'm very proud of my European Championships in Brussels. The training beforehand was somewhat difficult and I temporarily lost my way in climbing. It felt so good to finally be myself on the wall and to show that I belong there in the competition circuit. That pride and satisfaction are priceless."
What are your biggest climbing dreams?
"The Olympics and World Cups are my ultimate goals, but I also want to top an 8C in lead and bouldering in Switzerland."
Who inspires you?
"My greatest inspiration is top climber Brooke Raboutou. Her drive and positive energy motivate me time and again to get the best out of myself."
How did you discover climbing?
"My adventure began when I was 7! My parents took my brother to a trial lesson at Klimax Puurs, and I wasn't actually allowed to participate because I was too young. But luckily they let me climb anyway and that was the beginning of everything! Our family was always outdoor-minded, with hut trips and via ferratas in the mountains, but that first time in the climbing hall felt magical immediately. When Matti later joined Klimax too, it became even more special: we've been an inseparable climbing duo ever since."
Meet Nele
I'm Nele Vermeeren (17) - a passionate climber with a heart for adventure and an unbreakable smile. As a member of the Belgian team and Klimax, I combine elite sports with fun, because for me it's all about joy, progress and real connection. RainyDays is my perfect match: together we show that ambition and happiness go hand in hand!
This is me, Nele, your RainyDays ambassador!