Since its first launch in 2005, the Patagonia Houdini Jacket has gained a solid reputation as a defining lightweight wind shell. It is known to be tried, tested and true by a variety of people on the west coast who swear by it as their ‘go to’ piece for anything from trail running to hiking to multi-pitch climbing. As the jacket has gained popularity, the designers at Patagonia have continued to refine this product resulting in substantial changes for the 2016 model including reduced fabric weight and a more ergonomic design when stuffed into its chest-pocket pouch.

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We are loving this Australian series by Louder than Eleven, this one featuring Katha Saurwein on EYe of the Tiger (32/5.13b).

Nice flick of British Climber Hazel Findlay in Australia in Arapiles trying Final Departure.

Fun little flick about climbing in and around Frankenjura.

Another great little flick featuring Stu Smith on his own ‘Knife Edge Arete’ in the UFO Boulders north of Squamish. Stu Smith, Jack Fieldhouse, and Israel Cruces began developing the UFO boulders two winters ago, unearthly a number of great problems.

Louder than Eleven presents Jorg Verhoeven climbing Groove Train (33) in the Grampians. Hands down, one of the best raw sport climbing videos I have ever seen.

Awesome little flick of a new wall being developed in Skaha. Here is Alex Bourassa on the first ascent of Clockwork (5.13d).

With a fantastic crowd turn-out, The Hive North Shore was buzzing with excitement last night, as it played host to the 2016 Canadian Open Bouldering Championships. With the parking lot completely full and the inside of the venue jammed with people, the competition turned into an absolute showdown between the top competitors in Canada plus a few Americans thrown in the mix.

Men’s Open FInalists. Photo courtesy of Shane Murdoch ©

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The 2016 Canadian Open Bouldering National Championship will take place today at The Hive North Shore. With 22 Men and 23 Women heading into semi-finals, the action is not to be missed, especially with this weather! Semi-finals will begin at 12:30 and will run in reverse order of the qualifier results, with Sean McColl in top spot for men and Alannah Yip in the top spot for women.

Finals for this event will begin at 630 pm. Rather than sit at home, come out and enjoy the action! With such a beautiful venue for viewing, the final round will be one for the books. Doors open to spectators for the final round at 530pm.

Here is you live feed below.

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