Alex Megos recently completed the third ascent of ‘Lucid Dreaming (v15) in Bishop, CA. Lucid Dreaming has been featured in a number of climbing films, with ascents from Paul Robinson and Daniel Woods. Here is a video of Daniel on the problem from Exposure II.
Nils Favre made an ascent of From Dirt Flowers Grow (8c) in Chironico, Switzerland. Below is a video of his ascent. We had never heard of Nils, but I think we will be hearing a lot more of him. Video below. Source: 8a.nu
As the author of the original guidebook, Kelly Sheridan has long been a staple of the Leavenworth climbing scene. I don’t think there has been a time when I have driven down icicle canyon without seeing Kelly’s Subaru on the side of the road. When I do see his car, I know that another cluster of great boulders has been discovered. Not only is Kelly a climbing ‘sommelier’ of the Northwest, he is also one of the nicest and approachable guys around. Since the publication of Central Washington Bouldering, Leavenworth has become a must on any climbing road trip to the Pacific Northwest. Over the past few months, the buzz has started regarding the publication of the new Leavenworth guidebook and Squamish Climbing Magazine thought it best to catch up with the man himself.
Myles Byam airing it out above Icicle Creek on The Sleeping Lady. Photo courtesy of Aaron Matheson ©
Nalle Hukkataival recently made the first ascent of the Mud Springs project in Red Rocks, Nevada, naming it Kintsugi (8C). Source: Menagerie Climbing
The British climbing scene has always been one of admiration from this side of the globe. A rich history and unique characters make it well worth a look. UKClimbing.com released the following film this friday and not really knowing who Ned Feehally was I didn’t take a look until just now. I always appreciate a story of a local climber and their accomplishments. If that doesn’t grab your fancy, at least skip to 11.25 to hear Ned chat about the origins of the Beastmaker and share a little footage of how they make them. The Beastmaker has slowly become the hang board of choice over the past few years and those who have purchased one from overseas have said they are well worth the price. Now where can I find myself some beechwood?
To watch the video, please click here.
This small clip features Leopoldo Faria completing a two year project, Peixe Porco (9a), in Sagres, Portugal. Crisp clear footage with nothing but the sound of waves during the ascent. Really enjoyed this one.
On the weekend of February 20-22, 2015, The Boulders climbing gym in Central Saanich, BC will play host to the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) 2015 World Climbing Camp. The camp will feature 12 of the top world cup speed and lead climbers from around the world. Confirmed guest athletes for the event include Adam Ondra, Sean McColl, Domen Skofic, Sebastian Halenke, Mina Markovic, Kim Jain, Charlotte Durif, Maja Vidmar, Libor Hroza, Stanislav Kokorin, Klaudia Buczek and Aleksandra Rudzinska. The event will combine a mock competition with workshops from these climbers, as well as event staff from around the world. Squamish Climbing Magazine had the chance to catch up with Kimanda Jarzebiak, the Chair of the not-for profit society that runs The Boulders climbing gym in Central Saanich, BC.
Looking out from the lead wall at The Boulders. Photo courtesy of The Boulders ©
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