Instants 15 Marc aka @thegnarwall getting inverted on the black council #Squamish #bouldering #climbing A photo posted by WestMountainMedia (@westmountainmedia) on Sep 8, 2016 at 8:06pm PDT There's no place like home! Made it back to Squamish and headed straight into the boulders this morning. Thomas and I met up with @zukelimmerman who is currently projecting Shelter V13. Luke is making good progress on this amazing problem. I can't wait to see him send! #petzlgram #squamish #squamishbouldering #bouldering #finlaysonimages A photo posted by Jamie Finlayson (@jamiefinlayson) on Sep 11, 2016 at 11:50am PDT Continue reading “Instants 15”
Instants 14 Looking like Superman! … But Superman would just fly up. Or jump. #sometimesitsmorefunnotbeingsuperman This fun action π· comes from @andrew__funk A photo posted by Squamish Adventure Inn (@squamishadventureinn) on Sep 6, 2016 at 5:41pm PDT It may be raining today but the good weather is just about to start in Squamish. Don't miss this incredible new problem before the season is over for good. Marek (@cerebustheardvark) earlier this year making the second ascent of Tim Doyle's problem Peter and The Wolf. More info squamishboulders.ca/peter-and-the-wolf #squamishbouldering #squamishclimbing #squamish #bouldering #climbing #granite A photo posted by Peter Michaux (@petermichaux) on Sep 7, 2016 at 2:44pm PDT Continue reading “Instants 14”
Instants 13 Yesterday I successfully took down (pulled up) "Portable" which I tried for the first time at the "Superfly" Boulder back in 1999!! ππ β’ For everyone wonderful what the heck this is, let me give you some background on this feat of strength: In Squamish BC, beside the Superfly boulder, there is an ordinary looking square rock. I think it is roughly 40 pounds. There are a couple ways of picking it up, but the testpiece is with only one hand and your thumb in a little notch. We also picked it up with another place but it's easier, call it the warm-up… Anyways, just picking it up with one hand requires phenomenal hand strength and it makes it easier if your hands are big (might as well roll out the excuses while I can π)… π β’ Once you have mastered the "pick-up", there are a few rumoured lines that have been added. One is to throw it in the air and catch it in the same spot with the other hand… Another is to pick it up (as a pinch obv) and climb the adjacent slab of the Superfly boulder… Both of these are currently future projects for me, but for now I'm happy just picking it up π€ β’ I'm incredibly happy with my send and it wouldn't have been possible without the encouragement of the Squamish community, my friends and family for the 17 years of support and of course my sponsors whom without I couldn't have travelled the world in search of the wisdom and power to come home and send this life long project… Thank you! ππ» A video posted by Sean β³αΆβΓΆββ (@mccollsean) on Aug 31, 2016 at 11:19am PDT Bouldering with an incredible view like this… You really can't complain π Unfortunately rainy reason has started over here, time to check out the new gym in town. #squamish #squamishbouldering #squamishclimbing A photo posted by denis (@denisngrmt) on Sep 1, 2016 at 8:42am PDT Continue reading “Instants 13”
Instants 12 Night fight proved successful for @lyssaclaire_ on "Sharma's Arete" @thenorthface @evolvusa #squamish #bouldering A photo posted by Scott (@sceveleigh) on Aug 24, 2016 at 6:02pm PDT The amount of amazing and picturesque boulder problems in #squamish is crazy. I have been bouldering here for many years and there is still so many great problems to do. This photo I am on Sheriff Badge ArΓͺte V8 (in the book as Jewel of the Nile V9). Five star problem in the beautiful Sheriff Badge boulders which I sent last week. #livesimply #petzlgram #chalkmatters #croakiesadventure #frictionlabs #squamishbouldering #finlaysonimages A photo posted by Jamie Finlayson (@jamiefinlayson) on Aug 22, 2016 at 6:58am PDT Continue reading “Instants 12”
Instants 11 I whip my hair back and forth. Can anybody name this classic problem? Keep and eye out for our @seatosummitgear contest to be announced! @frictionlabs #chalkmatters #climbyourimpossible @lasportivana #lasportivana #skwama #somewhereinsquam @gearcoop #liveit A photo posted by Devan Gutierrez (@devangg) on Aug 12, 2016 at 8:03am PDT Trying boulders that are hard for you in #Squamish takes a mix of patience, failure, and perseverance. If you don't have all 3 you often go home empty handed. Also some #Antihydral never hurts #bouldering #climbing A photo posted by WestMountainMedia (@westmountainmedia) on Aug 12, 2016 at 9:07am PDT Continue reading “Instants 11”
Instants 10 This monkey's gone to heaven, in the Apron, Squamish BC. Careful spotting and many pads made me enjoy this one a lot! Lets keep on bouldering! #squamishbouldering #rockclimbing #climbing_pictures_of_instagram #fivetenmexico #escalada A photo posted by santiagosank (@santiagosank) on Aug 4, 2016 at 10:39pm PDT First ascent of Pentagram Arete at The Constellations, Mount Habrich, Squamish, BC, Canada. squamishboulders.ca/the-constellations #squamishbouldering #squamishclimbing #bouldering #climbing #squamish #granite A photo posted by Peter Michaux (@petermichaux) on Aug 7, 2016 at 12:02pm PDT Continue reading “Instants 10”
Instants 9 Ain't no shame in getting a good shake-out on a boulder. Especially when there's a sweet double heel hook rest stance #stillnotasportclimber ππΌ // King for a Day V5, North Wall Boulders A photo posted by Adam Chan (@bat.hang.adam) on Jul 28, 2016 at 5:58pm PDT Chasing staccato fault lines is certainly a bizarre concept. But, sure as hell is a satisfying pastime. #staygold #squamish #squamishlife #bouldering #climb #climbing #liveclimbrepeat #squamishbouldering #climbonsquamish #explorebc #supermegadestroyer A photo posted by Lloyd king (@lloyddking) on Jul 28, 2016 at 9:55pm PDT Continue reading “Instants 9”
Instants 8 The weekend approaches. // Ramen Raw V7, Apron Boulders A photo posted by Adam Chan (@bat.hang.adam) on Jul 21, 2016 at 7:09pm PDT Unfortunately this pic cannot convey the predominant scent of a dense temperate rainforest. Littered with western hemlock, douglas fir, and red cedar strune about a lush layer of ferns with a thick carpet of mossed forest floor. Until a scratch and sniff app is designed. Take my word for it. It's pretty unreal. You two already for this! @jokolskog & @thombolina #explorebc #squamishbouldering #bouldering #climb #climbing #squamish #climbing_pictures_of_instagram #supermegadestroyer #Canadarulzπ¨π¦ A photo posted by Lloyd king (@lloyddking) on Jul 21, 2016 at 9:06pm PDT Continue reading “Instants 8”
Instants 7 Matt @mattjwaring, one of the raddest bras I know, is reppin Five Ten at the annual Squamish Arcteryx Academy this weekend. Swing by his booth, check out some dope gear and make a new awesome British amigo. Here he is on Planet of the Apes (v8) up in Sheriffs Badge Trail. #verticalgeneration #outdooroots A photo posted by marc bourguignon (@thegnarwall) on Jul 15, 2016 at 8:55am PDT Il faut souffrir pour Γͺtre forte ππͺπ» A photo posted by Shana Paquette And Alex Doucet (@shaneyney30) on Jul 15, 2016 at 11:18am PDT Continue reading “Instants 7”
Instants 6 BLACK DYNO. Wrestled my way up a V3!!! Felt so good to top because it's been such a struggle climbing on real rock. Second time outdoors, and last time in Yosemite, I could only accomplish a VO… Maybe Squamish is more my style! . . . . . #squamish#squamishbouldering#squamishclimbing#pnw#pnwonderland#explorebc#vancity#vancitybuzz#climbing#climbing_pictures_of_instagram#bouldering#organicclimbing#boulderdenim#pebblewrestling#rockclimbing#vancouver#calisthenics#dyno#like4like#follow4follow#vscocam#vsco A photo posted by Julian Fok (@julianfok) on Jul 7, 2016 at 11:14pm PDT Yew! It's been an unreal season! All of my dream projects that I always thought were way out of my league have been going down. The other day with an awesome crew I was able to send The Reckoning Stand (v10) – so psyched! I feel all kinds of fortune to be able to get outside with my homies and enjoy the magic of the Squamish forests. Thanks for the sweet shot @jeffhyoo! . For the past few months Julie @j00kab00 and I have been working to build a charity to share the experience and culture of rock climbing along with the love for the outdoors with youth who otherwise may never have the opportunity. We're proud to announce we're working with CascadiaNow! as our fiscal sponsor to become a project with official non-profit and tax-exempt status. Currently we're developing our programs and partnering with local youth agencies and climbing gyms in the Seattle area to bring these kids into the awesome and supportive climbing community. We recognize the outdoors is a privilege and everyone deserves to have the opportunity to enjoy its beauty. Check us out and follow us @verticalgeneration as we continue to grow – we appreciate all of your incredible support and love! #verticalgeneration #outdooroots A photo posted by marc bourguignon (@thegnarwall) on Jul 8, 2016 at 9:18am PDT Continue reading “Instants 6”