Running Order For 2019 Canadian Open Bouldering Nationals Now Available

By Tim Schaufele | February 26, 2019

Yesterday, Climbing Escalade Canada released the running order for the 2019 Canadian Open Bouldering Nationals that will be hosted at Bolder Climbing Community in Calgary, Alberta.

55 men and 34 women athletes will compete for the National Title. After winning the National title for the last five years, Sean McColl will be sitting out in order to train for the upcoming World Cup season in Europe. Last years Women Open Champion Allison Vest will defend her title after a dominating performance at the Tour De Bloc two dominating performance

Running order can be found below:

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Sean McColl will not Compete in 2019 Canadian Open Bouldering Nationals

By Tim Schaufele | February 26, 2019

Last week, Sean McColl announced that he would not compete in the 2019 Canadian Open Bouldering Nationals, via instagram, because he would be training in Europe.

Speaking with Sean last week, we wanted to get a little more information on his decision to not compete. here is what he had to say.

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Gord McArthur – Never Give Up | Videos

By Tim Schaufele | February 26, 2019

Canadian climber Gord McArthur recently decided to return to the competition scene, participating in the UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup Finals. With a 10th place finish, McArthur more than made a come back. Here is his story!

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Interview with Author and Climber Kelly Cordes | 2019 VIMFF

By Tim Schaufele | February 25, 2019

Climber and author Kelly Cordes has established new alpine routes around the world, from Alaska to Peru, and Patagonia to Pakistan. An editor for the American Alpine Journal from 2000-2012, Cordes went on to chronicle the history of Cerro Torre in his book The Tower which won a 2015 Banff Mountain Book Award and a National Outdoor Book Award. Following the completion of his book, he co-authored Tommy Caldwell’s 2017 bestselling autobiography, The Push. Kelly currently lives in Estes Park, Colorado and spends his time climbing and skiing as much as he can.

Kelly Cordes. Photo courtesy of VIMFF ©

We had a chance to chat with Kelly as he made his way to the Canadian Rockies and on to Vancouver. Here is what he had to say.

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Uncut footage of Daisuke Ichimiya on Gekirin (V15) | Video

By Tim Schaufele | February 24, 2019

Daisuke Ichimiya repeats Gekirin (8c/V15) in Ryutosen, Japan. First ascended by Daï Koyamada.

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How to Climb Hard With a Demanding Career with Jeff Yoo | Video

By Tim Schaufele | February 24, 2019

Vancouver-based climber and co-founder of the Squamish Rampage event, Jeff Yoo, has thrown his hat into the ring of Vlogging. Check out his first two episodes. Jeff is a full time ER doctor in Vancouver and currently has a gruelling training regime as he tries to complete his goals to climb 5.14.

If you liked that one, the second episode can be found below!

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Adam Ondra and the Road to the Olympics – Ep. 1 | Videos

By Tim Schaufele | February 23, 2019

First part in a series featuring Adam Ondra on the road to the 2020 Tokyo Olympics!

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Daniel Woods Establishes Catillac (v13) in Clear Creek Canyon | Videos

By Tim Schaufele | February 23, 2019

Uncut footage of the Daniel Woods making the first ascent of CATillac (v13) in Clear Creek Canyon.

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Documentary on Stoney Point, California | Video

By Tim Schaufele | February 23, 2019

“Stoney Point: Portrait of an American Crag” is a one of a kind, feature documentary based on the unique climbing culture of a small city park on the outskirts of Los Angeles, California. Though often overlooked, few climbing areas can compare with the rich and storied history of Stoney Point.

For the last 80 years Stoney Point has served as a breeding ground for some of America’s greatest climbers. Royal Robbins, Yvon Chouinard, John Bachar, Michael Reardon and many more were at one time or another Stoney locals. Their mark is still visible today in the climbs they established and the community they helped develop.

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Hangar Masters – Brno – 23rd Feb 2019 – LIVE STREAM

By Tim Schaufele | February 23, 2019

The Hanger Masters will be live streamed from Brno, Czech Republic. We think that Adam Ondra will be participating but only time will tell. Stream starts at 1030 pacific.