[Update: this event is now sold out]
The legend is back. Join MEC and Edelrid as we chat with Tommy Caldwell about climbing access, advocacy, the race to 9a and a recent adventure to Alaska with Alex Honnold.
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Expect another sold-out show with stories, drinks from local sponsors, community groups and epic prizes – all hosted by MEC Ambassadors Sean McColl and Emma Contaoe.
You'll hear stories of Tommy's recent climbing and biking adventures. Including a 2,300 mile journey with Alex Honnold that involved climbing (of course) and biking from Colorado to British Columbia, a sailing trip to Alaska and finally a one day traverse of the Devil's Thumb skyline.
Climb with Tommy Caldwell Instagram giveaway
We’ll be hosting an Instagram giveaway where you could win a VIP climbing sesh with Tommy Caldwell and MEC climbing ambassadors Emma Contaoe and Sean McColl, PLUS tickets for our live event, Tommy Caldwell Talks: Ride for the planet at MEC Vancouver. There are 2 pairs of tickets to be won (4 tickets total) for the indoor climbing session at MEC Vancouver on April 25, which will be followed by Tommy’s event, also taking place at MEC Vancouver that same evening.
Instagram Live @mec and Tommy Caldwell
When: April 9th at 10AM PST
Where: @mec Instagram account
We’ll be going live with Tommy talking all things climbing, rad Edelrid products and more. Follow us on socials and keep your eyes peeled for more updates.
Event Details
MEC Vancouver (111 E 2nd Ave)
Thursday, April 25, 2024
Doors at 7:30pm
Join us! Tickets are just $15 (+ fees). Proceeds support the Climbers' Access Society of BC to protect access and conservation of climbing areas and Van Queer Climbers an organization dedicated to fostering representation and programs in climbing that reflect the diverse communities we live in.
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Hear stories from Tommy Caldwell
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Connect with local climbing and advocacy groups
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Silent auction with epic gear from Edelrid and MEC
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Giveaways and raffle prizes
Prizing
When you buy your ticket, you'll automatically be entered to win some epic prizes. Here are some highlights, and there'll be lots more at the event:
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1 x Edelrid Boa Eco 9.8mm rope, 70m, valued at $279.95
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1 x Tommy Caldwell Eco ColorTec 9.3mm Dry Rope, 70m, valued at $449.95
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3 x Edelrid Drone Rope Bags, valued at $69.95ea
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4 x HMS Bulletproof ECO Belay Carabiner, valued at $49.95ea
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9 x Edelrid Bulletproof Quickdraws, Assorted, valued at $48.95ea
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2 x MEC climb kits (listed below), valued at $230 each
Want more chances to win? Additional raffle tickets are available when you buy your tickets and at the event.
Silent Auction
Our friends at Edelrid have provided an incredible #ClimbGreen Package, which will be up for silent auction at the event. This package is valued at $1,609.55, and includes:
Neo 3R 9.8mm 70m rope, Bluesign Harness, Zodiac 3R Helmet, Bulletproof Quickdraw Set (12cm), Bulletproof Quickdraw Set (18cm), Mission II Set Quickdraws, Mission II Extendable Set, GigaJul belay device, HMS Bulletproof Belay FG Eco, Tech Web 12mm (60cm), Tech Web 12mm (120cm), Rodeo TC Signature Chalk Bag, Dirt Bag hippack, Drone II, Rope Bowl.
All proceeds from this silent auction will be donated to the Climbers' Access Society of BC and Van Queer Climbers
More About Edelrid
MEC and Edelrid’s partnership is one of shared values for sustainability and quality product. For over 150 years, Edelrid has continued to push boundaries, remain inquisitive and share the joy of our vertical world. As an ecologically oriented company, they aim to reduce resource consumption and emissions to ensure sustainable corporate development.
Over the years, they’ve had many firsts:
2016: First rope made of leftover yarns from production (Parrot)
2018: First manufacturer to offer PFC-free ropes that pass the UIAAwater repellent standard
2019: First bluesign product climbing harness worldwide (Jay & Jane)
2020: Start of #ClimbGreen communication concept
2021: First dynamic rope made from recycled ropes (NEO 3R)
2023: The #ClimbGreen collection grows with the addition of the ZODIAC 3R, the first fully recycled climbing helmet
