Two big local sends in one evening. We are very psyched to announce that Ben Harnden sent the Squamish test piece Northridge (v14) last night in Gibb’s Cave, exiting the problem to the right as for Black Hole.
Ben Harnden on North Ridge (v14). Photo by Lan Yao ©
We are very psyched to announce that Kelly Franz has sent Pulse (5.14a) in Cheakamus Canyon, Squamish, BC. Pulse was the first 5.14a in Canada and now it is the first 5.14a of Kelly Franz!
Kelly Franz on Pulse (5.14a). Photo by Alex Ratson ©
Updated topo for Nanook (11d; 5 pitches) on the lower left side of the North Walls.
Changes include:
1. Added another bolt to the roof section of the 3rd pitch
2. moved the belay at the top of the 4th pitch up and left
3. A note regarding the rap line for Nanook and New Life – some 70m ropes do not make it back to the top of the 1st on Nanook. Tie knots and if you are unsure if you can make it, there is a rap station directly below that is hard to see and will get you back to the ground more easily.
A lot of great ideas supporting female climbing out of Touchstone Climbing in the Bay area.
This video of some of Touchstone’s female directors and managers climbing together is what our Woman Up Climbing Festival at Dogpatch Boulders on July 22nd and 23rd is all about. It’s an invitation to celebrate all the womxn in our community, from old-school lifers to bright-eyed newbies, industry pros to weekend warriors. It’s about creating space for womxn to build solidarity, share their accomplishments, and explore new opportunities that previously seemed unavailable or uncomfortable. We’re so excited about this event and can’t wait to see you all there on July 22+23 at Dogpatch Boulders!
Great to see the local youth team at Ground Up Climbing! Nicole McLeod talks Youth Performance Team at Ground Up Climbing Centre in Squamish, BC. Film by Head Coach Judith Hirsch.
The road building on the Conroy Creek FSR required for logging operations in the area will start on Friday 14th July, several months later than originally advised, and continue 7 days per week. Work sites on the FSR are well beyond the Chek parking lots, but heavy machinery will be brought into the area so people driving on the FSR between the parking lots and the 99 should take care.
Alex Honnold has made it to the big leagues for a moment with a guest spot on the late show ‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’.
Despite the obvious misrepresentation of climbing in the eyes of the general public, Alex does a great job of holding his own!
Biceptual lover 5.12b, Cheakamus Canyon, Squamish BC Canada
A number of questions have been surfacing on various groups regarding the falcon closures. Here is the official statement from BC Parks.
June 29, 2017: Closure of climbing routes to protect falcons are no longer in effect
Juvenile falcons at Stawamus Chief have fledged and are flying well, so climbing routes in the South Gully area of the Chief are now open and no other closures are expected until next year’s falcon breeding season. Thanks to the climbing community for their cooperation and support in the efforts to protect falcons nesting at Stawamus Chief!
Falcons may still visit the South Gully and other areas of the Chief. If you encounter a falcon please keep your distance, and if birds appear agitated, leave the area as soon as possible.
We are pleased to announce that Sean McColl has made finals a the 2017 IFSC Lead World Cup in Chamonix, France.
Live stream for this event starts on Thursday at 1140am pacific.
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