Patagonia deep-water soloing

Climbing at the end of the world - the deep-water soloing competition known as Red Bull Psicobloc, is a unique event held on the southern tip of Chile, in the isolated region of Patagonia. Deep-water soloing, also known as psicobloc, is rock climbing carried out directly over water and without safety harnesses, meaning just the slightest slip sends the climber tumbling into the sea below. Check out all the action from the full event clip!

Free Solo Rock Climbing

"Free solo rock climbing is climbing walls without ropes." Will Stanhope explains the difference between rock climbing and free solo climbing. Will is a professional climber and enjoys both types of rock climbing. He is based in Squamish, BC, Canada and does regular trips around the world to climb. Will explains how free soloing is not about pushing your abilities to the limit but more climbing within your means to enjoy the freedom on the rock. In this video Will is showcased free solo climbing on The Chief in Squamish. The wall is 1,000 ft to the valley floor. The climb follows a crack splitting a wall on the North face of the Chief and requires a number of technical maneuvers at the top. The climb is ranked a 5.11c in rock climbing ratings.

Alex Honnold: Relativity of Risk

Alex Honnold is best known for his bold free-solo style of climbing. Alex has left the world in disbelief by leaving his rope and harness behind as he climbs some of the most imposing big walls. Sender Films and Big Up Productions have captured Alex climbing several of his biggest achievements to give audiences a glimpse into the experience. Alex opens up about the relativity of risk, how he got here, and what is next. The crew from Sender Films, shares what it’s like to hang 2,000 ft. off the ground with camera in hand to capture Alex.