 | How to climb the Comici Route, Cima Grande, Dolomites
25. 04. 2019 11:52:51
The Comici Route on Cima Grande is one of the great routes of the Alps. World famous for its outstanding climbing, sensational scenery and wild exposure, this is a route that climbers' dreams are made of.... |
 | How to strip sport route
25. 04. 2017 13:07:19
How to strip a sport climbing route.For more instructional films from the BMC, check out the BMC TV Skills Channel: http://tv.thebmc.co.uk/channel/skillsWe're the BMC. Climb walls, rocks, hills, ice or mountains? Join us. https://www.thebmc.co.uk/join... |
 | The Movie - T Rex
26. 04. 2017 15:27:37
So what is it like to climb T Rex, the famous Gogarth testpiece? Find out in this short film starring sea-cliff climbing aficionados Trevor Massiah and Ruth Taylor.UPDATE: the flake at the start of the climb collapsed in July 2018, so it doesn't look like this now...... |
 | How to move when scrambling
27. 04. 2017 14:56:40
Giant strides or tiny steps? Which is best on steep ground? Association of Mountaineering Instructors (AMI) member Rob Johnson shows you tips on how to move when on an easy scramble. Get the skills you need for scrambling with this series produced exclusively for BMC TV in association with AMI (the... |
 | equalising belays and belay devices - Rope skills for scrambling 5
27. 04. 2017 14:56:41
Find out how to use natural terrain features to protect the leader and second efficiently, and set up a belay using wires equalised with a sling. We also demonstrate effective use of a belay device to protect the second on more technical ground.... |
 | How to climb Napes Needle with Leo Houlding
30. 04. 2019 16:44:21
Leo Houlding climbing what is arguably one of the most famous rock climbs in the UK. Napes Needle was first climbed (soloed) by Walter Parry Haskett Smith in June 1886, and its ascent signified the birth of rock climbing as a sport. ... |
 | the Alpine Club and Everest secrets with Melanie Windridge - BMC Monthly Show
1. 05. 2019 17:46:56
If it's May, it must be Everest. In this special episode of our monthly show, Niall travels to the Alpine Club in London. He finds out more about the oldest mountaineering club in the world and discovers some of the secrets in their archive with physicist and Everest climber Melanie Windridge.... |
 | moving together vs pitched - Rope skills for scrambling 2
27. 04. 2017 14:56:42
What is the balance between moving together for speed and pitched climbing for safety? Rob Johnson discusses this, and advises on the sort of decision points that might help you decide how best to use the rope to protect yourself and your partner. ... |
 | italian hitches, direct belays and short pitches - Rope skills for scrambling 3
27. 04. 2017 14:56:42
What's an Italian Hitch and how can you use it to bring up your climbing partner? Association of Mountaineering Instructors (AMI) member Rob Johnson shows how to use an Italian Hitch as a direct belay, keeping sections of climbing (pitches) short for good communication.... |
 | How to pack rucksack
3. 05. 2017 16:10:15
Outdoor writer and photographer Chris Townsend presents this series of hill walking how-to films.In this episode Chris shows us how to pack a rucksack.One of the worlds most respected experts on long-distance walking and backpacking, Chris Townsend is also the BMCs hill walking ambassador.... |
 | How to use walking poles
3. 05. 2017 16:10:15
Outdoor writer and photographer Chris Townsend presents this series of hill walking how-to films.In this episode Chris shows you how to use walking poles.Watch more of our walking skills films: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLTodUXkQjZwzeHp-Q4L5Bxi-zrrvOcXch... |
 | BMC British Bouldering Championships 2014
7. 05. 2019 10:39:59
The highlights of the 2014 BMC British Bouldering Championships at the Climbing Works, Sheffield. Held on 22 June 2014. Originally on BMC TV and now uploaded to YouTube.Report and results: https://www.thebmc.co.uk/battle-of-the-biceps-at-the-british-bouldering-championships... |
 | Highlights of the BMC British Bouldering Championships 2012
7. 05. 2019 10:41:25
A short clip from the 2012 BMC British Bouldering Championships at Cliffhanger Festival in Sheffield. Results: https://www.thebmc.co.uk/british-bouldering-championships-2012--resultsWe're the BMC. Climb walls, rock, hills, ice or mountains? Join us. https://www.thebmc.co.uk/join... |
 | How to know your different jackets types
3. 05. 2017 16:10:16
Outdoor writer and photographer Chris Townsend presents this series of hill walking how-to films.In this episode Chris discusses different types of jacket and their suitability for different conditions.... |
 | How to take grid reference
3. 05. 2017 16:10:17
Outdoor writer and photographer Chris Townsend presents this series of hill walking how-to films.In this episode Chris shows us how to take a grid reference.One of the worlds most respected experts on long-distance walking and backpacking, Chris Townsend is also the BMCs hill walking ambassador.... |
 | Emergency packing for hill walking
3. 05. 2017 16:10:17
Outdoor writer and photographer Chris Townsend presents this series of hill walking how-to films.In this episode Chris shows us what you should pack in your rucksack in case of an emergency out in the hills.... |
 | BMC ambassador - James McHaffie
16. 05. 2017 16:24:38
In June 2014 BMC ambassador James McHaffie achieved a long held ambition: to solo one hundred Lake District extremes in a day. Here he is soloing White Noise (E3 5c) and Guillotine (E3 5c) at Reecastle.... |
 | Where Walking Took Me - Award-winning short
21. 05. 2019 16:30:51
Where did walking take you? Jen Randall recalls her first steps into the wild in this lovely, atmospheric short film shot for BMC TV.Winner of Best Short Film at Kendal Mountain Festival, this short went on to be shown on Channel 4. ... |
 | inside the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) race - Running Wild
22. 05. 2019 11:10:53
Four British women take on the challenge of the famous Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) races in Chamonix, France. This short film by Seventwenty Productions follows Nikki Barnard, Milly Voice, Katy Dartford and Kaz Williams as they tackle the highs, and lows, of ultra-distance running.... |
 | BMC Ambassador - Steve McClure
5. 06. 2017 11:48:48
A day out at Malham Cove with BMC ambassador Steve McClure, including footage of Steve trying his recently climbed project, which he believes weighs in around 9b. Brought up on the North York Moors, and with both parents keen climbers, there was no escape from the sport. Climbing from the moment he ... |
 | don't take crag access for granted - Steve McClure
20. 06. 2017 16:31:09
Access to crags like Malham is a privilege, not a right, as the King of Malham big Steve McClure reminds us in this video. While climbers have always enjoyed access to these and many other crags, future access is not necessarily guaranteed. ... |
 | Big Tommy Caldwell fan gets to meet her hero
5. 07. 2017 16:32:33
Fresh from Tommy Caldwell's talk and book-signing at the Royal Geographical Society in London, Leni, clutching her treasured copy of The Push, talks to the BMC's Niall Grimes about her climbing hero and reveals something they have in common.... |
 | The Pursuit of Happiness (8B) boulder by Mina Leslie-Wujastyk
17. 07. 2017 17:07:36
Watch Mina Leslie-Wujastyk climb her first 8B: The Pursuit of Happiness (8B) on the Cape Peninsula, South Africa. Mina is sponsored by Arc'teryx, Five Ten, Organic Climbing, DMM and Beta Climbing Designs.... |
 | We interview Everest climber Melanie Windridge - How to climb Everest
5. 06. 2019 11:31:34
On 28 May 2018 Melanie Windridge summited Mount Everest. In this BMC monthly show extra from the Alpine Club in London, Melanie talks to host Niall Grimes about her scientific approach to preparation for the climb, including her realisation of the importance of being able to make a quick descent fro... |
 | Controversial UK boulderer John Gaskins interviewed
6. 06. 2019 11:24:48
From the BMC TV archives, Simon Lee from UKBouldering.com seeks out the publicity shy John Gaskins to find out about the man and the story of how he came to be one of the strongest climbers of his generation.... |
 | learn and explore | Hill Skills
1. 08. 2017 13:58:39
The Hill Skills course is all about teaching you some basic skills so that you can be independent and explore our beautiful countryside. You'll learn alongside like-minded people at a pace that's right for you.... |
 | Jack's Rake scrambling - Britain's Mountain Challenges
2. 08. 2017 17:25:19
Dan Aspel tackles Jacks Rake, the ever-popular slanting scramble in the heart of one of the Lake Districts most appealing valleys. From Langdale, hike up to the cool waters of Stickle Tarn. Once here the route leaps right out at you, as it cuts across the face of Pavey Ark, the imposing wall of rock... |
 | Tryfan and Bristly Ridge scrambling - Britain's Mountain Challenges
2. 08. 2017 17:25:20
Dan Aspel gives us a taste of the two classic ridge scrambles in Snowdonia: Tryfan's North Ridge and the continuation on to Bristly Ridge.While both ridges are popular introductions to scrambling, both are high mountain routes which require good weather, appropriate footwear and a head for heights.... |
 | Aonach Eagach scrambling - Britain's Mountain Challenges
2. 08. 2017 17:25:20
Take a trip along the stunning ridge of Aonach Eagach in Glen Coe, Scotland. The Aonach Eagach is a serious grade 2 scramble.The ridge is long, committing and extremely exposed. Good weather, appropriate footwear and scrambling experience are required.... |
 | Mina Leslie-Wujastyk boulders V11 and V12 at Joe's Valley, Utah
11. 06. 2019 13:39:39
One of those weekends when everything comes together: Jigsaw (V11), Milkman Sit (V10/11), Man from the Past (V11) and Dark Matter (V12). Part of our Raw Bouldering series: bringing you raw moves with minimal editing. Originally hosted on BMC TV and now uploaded to YouTube.... |
 | Li (V13) and other hard Hueco Tanks classics - Desert Days
12. 06. 2019 16:00:10
British climbers Dave Mason and Mina Leslie-Wujastyk escape the UK for the bouldering mecca of Hueco Tanks, Texas. Dave's highlights were Li (V13), a short, power-based Fred Nicole problem, and Out of the Furnace (V10), an intimidating highball hidden away in the depths of the rarely-visited West Mo... |
 | Threading the Needle - Britain’s Mountain Challenges
2. 08. 2017 17:25:21
Ben Weeks takes on the challenge of Threading the Needle: a short but serious scramble behind one of the Lake District's most iconic mountain features: Napes Needle on Great Gable.WATCH: Our Britain's mountain challenges playlist https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0VbkywEYflQ&list=PLTodUXkQjZwwYHjkO5wY... |
 | Sharp Edge, Blencathra scrambling - Britain's Mountain Challenges
2. 08. 2017 17:25:22
Ben Weeks guides you up Blencathra's stunning ridge scramble, Sharp Edge.Sharp Edge traverses precipitous terrain and becomes extremely slippery when wet. Good weather, appropriate footwear and a head for heights are required.... |
 | The first Briton to climb the world's highest mountains (2017) | Teaser trailer: Alan Hinkes OBE
17. 08. 2017 18:01:01
Teaser trailer from 'Alan Hinkes OBE - The first Briton to climb the world's highest mountains' (Dir Terry Abraham, 2017).Premiere: 14th October 2017, Rheged Centre, Penrith.Tickets: https://www.rheged.com/event/terry-abraham-alan-hinkes-film-premiere/... |
 | help us re-bolt Horseshoe Quarry | Horseshoe Heroes
30. 08. 2017 15:25:00
Donate to the Horseshoe Heroes crowdfunding campaign today: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/become-a-horseshoe-hero-1 Help support the BMC's rebolting of Horseshoe Quarry and become a Horseshoe Hero! Rewards for pledging range from Hero t-shirts to adopting routes, sculptures made from the old bolts a... |
 | The Castle Climbing Centre 2019 - Blokfest Paraclimbing Special
22. 06. 2019 11:00:00
Watch some of the UK's strongest paraclimbers battle it out, in the first-ever Paraclimbing Blokfest! On 8 June 2019 the Castle Climbing Centre in London hosted the first ever Paraclimbing Blokfest. With a mixture of fun and elite routes, paraclimbers of all levels were welcome. It was a paraclimbi... |
 | Cromlech classic climbs on the BMC International Trad Meet 2019
24. 06. 2019 18:36:47
BMC International Meets are week-long gatherings of climbers from all over the world, with the aim to showcase the uniqueness of British climbing and connect climbers from across the globe.During the week in 2019, 25 international climbers from all over the world teamed up with UK climbers to experi... |
 | Alan Hinkes OBE rescued by Cassie the dog and Swaledale MRT
12. 09. 2017 16:54:13
Teaser clip from 'Alan Hinkes OBE - The first Briton to climb the world's highest mountains' (Released Oct 2017, Dir Terry Abraham). Alan is 'rescued' by Cassie the rescue dog and Swaledale MRT.... |
 | Arctic Circle with Alan Hinkes
21. 09. 2017 17:41:09
Teaser clip from 'Alan Hinkes OBE - The first Briton to climb the world's highest mountains' (Released Oct 2017, Dir Terry Abraham). Alan witnesses the Northern Lights on an arctic camp before continuing his trek into the wilderness.... |
 | Steve McClure climbs three 8a+s at three crags, cycling between them
20. 10. 2017 12:31:25
To earn the infamous Yorkshire Triple Crown, BMC ambassador Steve McClure had to climb the UKs three best sport routes, on the UKs three best sport cliffs, all 8a+, all in a day, and he had to travel between them under his own steam. ... |
 | British Speed Climbing Championships 2017
31. 10. 2017 17:26:05
A short film of the British Speed Climbing Championships 2017.Event report and results: https://www.thebmc.co.uk/british-lead-and-speed-climbing-championships-and-paraclimbing-cup-resultsIn October, Awesome Walls in Sheffield hosted three major events: the British Lead and Speed Championships and an... |
 | Finals - La Sportiva BMC British Bouldering Championships 2019
9. 07. 2019 13:49:09
The full replay of the La Sportiva BMC British Bouldering Championships 2019 finals. Watch the strongest climbers in Britain battle it out to be crowned British Bouldering Champion. Originally broadcast on the BBC, live from Devonshire Green in Sheffield on the 7th July 2019.... |
 | Semi-Finals - La Sportiva BMC British Bouldering Championships 2019
9. 07. 2019 18:11:17
The full replay of the La Sportiva BMC British Bouldering Championships 2019 semi-finals. WATCH: the finals replay here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vbbQiDpP-7QOriginally broadcast on the BBC, live from Devonshire Green in Sheffield on the 7th July 2019.... |
 | Peak District National Park - Mend Our Mountains
9. 11. 2017 16:13:08
The BMCs groundbreaking crowdfunding drive for upland paths, Mend Our Mountains, was voted 2016 Campaign of the Year by the outdoor public.Mend Our Mountains was the most successful crowdfunding appeal for mountain paths ever, raising £103,832 to help repair damaged paths on eight of Britains most ... |
 | Snowdonia National Park - Mend Our Mountains
9. 11. 2017 16:13:08
The BMCs groundbreaking crowdfunding drive for upland paths, Mend Our Mountains, was voted 2016 Campaign of the Year by the outdoor public.Mend Our Mountains was the most successful crowdfunding appeal for mountain paths ever, raising £103,832 to help repair damaged paths on eight of Britains most ... |
 | Lake District National Park - Mend Our Mountains
9. 11. 2017 16:13:08
The BMCs groundbreaking crowdfunding drive for upland paths, Mend Our Mountains, was voted 2016 Campaign of the Year by the outdoor public.Mend Our Mountains was the most successful crowdfunding appeal for mountain paths ever, raising £103,832 to help repair damaged paths on eight of Britains most ... |
 | Yorkshire Dales - Mend Our Mountains
9. 11. 2017 16:13:08
The BMCs groundbreaking crowdfunding drive for upland paths, Mend Our Mountains, was voted 2016 Campaign of the Year by the outdoor public.Mend Our Mountains was the most successful crowdfunding appeal for mountain paths ever, raising £103,832 to help repair damaged paths on eight of Britains most ... |
 | Niall Grimes tries them - How hard are the British Bouldering Championship boulders
24. 07. 2019 13:07:15
How hard are the problems in the La Sportiva BMC British Bouldering Championships? We sent Niall Grimes to test them out. This years La Sportiva BMC British Bouldering Championships saw the strongest Brits battle it out in the centre of Sheffield.... |
 | 4 x 7C highballs by Mina Leslie-Wujastyk - Rocklands bouldering
25. 07. 2019 12:22:19
Rocklands has some truly awe-inspiring lines and the good news is that most of them have glory jugs at the top! This video shows Arc'teryx and Five Ten athlete Mina Leslie-Wujastyk climbing four of the best highballs that are on offer:... |
 | Mountaineer trailer | Bonington
14. 11. 2017 14:10:46
The full length feature documentary of the life of one of the world's best known mountaineers Sir Chris Bonington will be available on DVD and download from November 20th 2017 - see http://www.boningtonfilm.com for details.... |