Matt Helliker

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Chamonix, United Kingdom

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Matt’s life has been shaped by mountains and coastlines, from the sea cliffs of Great Britain to Scotland's winter mountains, the European Alps to the Greater Ranges of the Himalayas, South America and Alaska. Matt has become one of the UK’s most talented and accomplished alpinists, climber and IFMGA mountain guides of his generation, with a long list of hard and impressive first and repeat ascents to his credit.

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News New E9 for Matt Helliker

Matt Helliker has made the first ascent of Race, E9 7a, at Carn Gloose, Cornwall, England.

3 8 Jul, 2024

News First Ascent of Anapanasati E9 6c by Matt Helliker

Matt Helliker has added a new E9 6c to Doyden Point in North Cornwall, which he has named Anapanasati.

10 20 Jul, 2023

News New Routes on Aiguille des Pélerins and Tour Ronde by Bracey, Helliker & Whittaker

Matt Helliker, Jon Bracey and Pete Whittaker recently teamed up to make two first ascents in the Mont Blanc Massif, Beyond Reason ED V 5+/5c (M6+/R) 550m on the Aiguille des Pélerins as a three and another...

4 24 Feb, 2020

News The Big Issue E9 6c by Matt Helliker

Matt Helliker has headpointed John Dunne's The Big Issue E9 6c at Bosherston Head, Pembroke. Matt chose to place the gear on...

10 18 Sep, 2019

News Camilotto Pellisier (8a / +) by Helliker and Twyford

Matt Helliker and Emma Twyford have freed the 11-pitch Dolomites classic, the Camilotto Pellisier (8a/+) on...

2 14 Aug, 2019

News New Mixed Line on Aiguille Noire de Peuterey by Helliker and Bracey

Matt Helliker and Jon Bracey have established a new mixed line, "Past Da Pesto" (M7, 450m)...

4 1 May, 2019

News Dark Angel VII / 8 First Ascent by Helliker, Bullock & Whittaker

Making the most of Scotland's prime winter conditions at the moment, a strong trio...

5 13 Feb, 2018

News Ramp Super Challenge by Helliker and Frugtniet

12 27 Jun, 2017

News Rotatornator: New Route on Tour Ronde by Helliker and Macdonald

12 Dec, 2016

News New Year Hangover for Helliker and Bracey on the Tour Ronde

12 Jan, 2016

News Bracey and Helliker: New Route on East Face of Mt Maudit

24 Mar, 2015

News Bullock and Helliker: Night Fever on the Tour Ronde West Wall

2 19 Jan, 2015

News Bracey and Helliker Climb Possible New Route - Tour Ronde

2 25 Dec, 2014

Gear News Matt Helliker talks about the Osprey Mutant Pack

15 Sep, 2014

News Helliker & Bracey Climb FA of Supercouloir de Peuterey 'Integral'

16 31 Dec, 2013

News Major New Route for Bracey and Helliker

11 3 Dec, 2012

News Hard Grandes Jorasses for Bracey and Helliker

11 21 Nov, 2012

News Bullock, Helliker and Benson - Round II on Annapurna III

19 30 Sep, 2010

News Bracey and Helliker on Alaska's Moose's Tooth

3 16 May, 2008

News Bullock & Helliker climb New Route in the Alps

14 23 Jan, 2008

News Death or Glory for Bullock and Helliker

3 Jul, 2006

Latest Reviews for Matt's Sponsors

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Performance All-Rounder Climbing Shoes

If you're only going to buy one shoe for all your climbing, then make it an all-rounder. We check out six versatile models at the performance end of the market.

9 27 Aug

Scarpa RS Pro WP-Y Kids Boots

With its forgiving fit, supportive and grippy sole, and quality nubuck upper, Scarpa's RS Pro WP-Y is a great boot for younger walkers. Apprentice reviewer Edith Bailey checks it out.

3 26 Aug

Lightweight Softshells

Lightweight softshells are among the more versatile pieces of outdoor clothing, offering a bit of protection from the weather while remaining breathable and easy to pack. In this group test we look at jackets with an active cut, and stretch fabric that's robust...

12 12 Aug

OTS 2025 - Our Best of the Show

The Outdoor Trade Show has just wrapped up, and after a few quiet years post-Covid, 2025 saw a strong showing for new...

20 13 Jun

Black Diamond Circuit Z Bouldering Mat

The Circuit Z is the double-hinged version of Black Diamond's popular Circuit Pad, offering an impressive amount of...

6 Jun

Scarpa Instinct VS-R LV

Offering great all-around performance across a range of disciplines, with the crucial distinction of a narrower and lower volume fit,...

27 May

Patagonia Nano Air Ultralight - Men's and Women's

Ideal for a wide array of activities, seasons and conditions, this ultralight and highly breathable insulated...

16 23 May

Latest News from Matt's Sponsors

Announcements direct from manufacturers

Black Diamond Issues Product Safety Recall for the Vision Harness

Innsbruck, Austria (February 27, 2025) – Black Diamond Equipment Europe GmbH is recalling the Vision harnesses due to premature degradation of its specialized materials and construction. This has the potential to create a risk of serious injury...

5 4 Mar

CWIF 16-17th March 2024 - Registration now open!

Join us on Saturday 16th - Sunday 17th March, climb alongside some of the best climbers in the world on problems set by some of the world's best routesetters.

8 Mar, 2024

Scarpa Mescalito Mids - Save 35%

Save 35% and pick up a pair of comfortable, lightweight, three-season hiking boots for just £149! Get ready for summer trekking, hiking and walking adventures.

17 May, 2023