On June 13, 2025, Canadian climber Ethan Salvo made history with the second ascent of Event Horizon V16 (8C+) in Squamish, British Columbia—becoming the first Canadian ever to climb a V16 boulder problem.
🌌 The Line: Event Horizon
Located in The Room, a granite cave beneath Squamish’s Grand Wall
Originally climbed by Andy Lamb in winter 2024
Begins with a low start into Room Service Low V14, then links into Room Service V12
Adds eight savage hand moves to an already brutal sequence
Currently considered Canada’s hardest boulder problem
🧠 The Journey & Emotion
Salvo’s ascent came just three days after sending Dreamcatcher 5.14d, his hardest sport route to date. He spent years projecting in The Room, completing climbs like:
Room Service Low V14
The Singularity V15
Dreamcatcher 5.14d
After topping Event Horizon, Salvo described the moment as bittersweet:
“I’ve proved to myself that I’ve become the climber I’ve always wanted to become... Event Horizon really closed a chapter in The Room for me”.
🔥 Why It Matters
This ascent isn’t just a personal milestone—it’s a landmark for Canadian climbing. Salvo’s achievement elevates the country’s profile in elite bouldering and showcases the emotional depth behind pushing limits.
