Read Macadam makes the first ascent of Revelation (8c) in Oman.

After nearly a whole year with countless near-sends, it became a lesson in patience and letting go of wondering, “is it really that hard, or is my method wrong?” and just being happy to have something very challenging and really good to climb on! I owe a huge thanks to Miguel and Larry for their tireless belays and shouts of encouragement!
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It has been 20 years since the Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival had its first opening night at Centennial Theatre in North Vancouver. The first festival featured Canadian climber John Dunn, Joe Josephson, and Peter Croft across three days. Fast forward to present day and the festival now nine days, 32 shows, 98 films, and 32 speakers. Needless to say, the vision of the festival’s creator, Alan Formanek, has come to blossom and then some. With almost a week left in the festival, we thought would be great to check in with Alan and get his perspective of 20 years in the making. Here is what he had to say.

Alan Formanek. Photo courtesy of Alan Formanek ©

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Crib-style video featuring Joe Kinder and his training room. Be ready to endure some cheese…

Carlos Traversi and Sasha Digiulian head to Japan for the Five Ten Championships.

Really nice uncut shot of Nicholas Milburn sending Paint it Black (v15).

Tonight marks the opening of the 2017 Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival and this year the festival is kicking things off with a presentation by local climber and alpinist, Marc Andre Leclerc. Over the past five years, Marc has pushed himself into the world of leading alpinism, with a number of free ascents both at home and abroad including the first ascent of Reverse Torre Traverse in Patagonia and the first winter free ascent of the Northeast. Humble is his personality and approach to the mountains Marc’s stories always light up the spirit of adventure in their listeners.

Photo courtesy of Marc-Andre Leclerc ©

We had a chance to catch up with Marc this week and here is what he had to say.

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Adam Ondra sends a 9b link up of Papichulo and Pachamama in Oliana.

With the 2017 Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival starting this Saturday (Feb. 10th) we thought it would be a good idea to point out a few our favourite films in the festival and some of the nights that may really appeal to our readers. The festival is always a great time to sit back and get psyched while you catch up with friends and family in the greater outdoor community. Here are a few nights that stick out!

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Steve Townsend continues to make high points as here nears the end of his trip in Tonsai, Thailand.

A tour through climbing history starring British climber Ben Moon