Are you wondering how to become a rock climbing guide? I was in the same boat as you. I loved teaching my friends the ins and out of rock climbing. I always have a blast sharing tips, tricks, and how to safely have fun in the mountains. I then began to daydream about getting a …
Searching for rock climbing gifts for the climber in your life? It’s easy to smile and nod when you listen to rock climbers talk about their latest escapades, but what are we supposed to do now that we have to actually find gifts for climbers!? Yea, we could just get them an REI gift card, …
Are you ready for a thrilling challenge that requires both physical and mental strength? Rock climbing is the perfect activity for you! This guide will help climbers of all levels learn about different types of climbing, important equipment, tips, popular places to climb safely and politely, as well as its Olympic status. Embark on this …
Buying new cams can be a stressful experience because you want to make sure you buying the best cams. They cost a lot of money and they last a long time. You don’t want to be stuck with a cam you hate and paid too much money for. Thats where the Black Diamond Camalot C4 …
If you’re a gym climber then you need to add the largest climbing gym in the world to your bucket list. The biggest climbing gym will give you hundreds of routes to climb on as well as a gigantic training facility and plenty of apres activities. Take a look for the biggest gym near you …
Queuing up the best climbing podcast is a fantastic way to start a road trip or help keep your psyche high when you’re commuting into work. You can learn a ton from any of these climbing podcasts because they touch on climbing history by interviewing legends like Lynn Hill and getting stronger thanks to long …
The Edelrid Boa Eco 9.8mm is one of the best climbing ropes and it is also sustainably made. It provides a supple feel and is suitable for top roping, sport climbing, and trad climbing. We first used the 40 meter Boa Eco as an indoor climbing rope. We first fell in love with the rope …
If you’re looking for the best climbing shoe to rule them all, then versatility is key. An all around climbing shoe means that the shoe can handle bouldering, sport climbing, or trad climbing. You need to find the best of the best climbing shoes. The La Sportiva Miura Lace is a shoe that fits the …
One of our favorite rock climbing shoes is the La Sportiva Katana Laces. I have never found a climbing shoe that is versatile for all climbing styles, built for high performance AND can be comfortable to wear. If you’ve shied away from La Sportiva climbing shoes in the past because they were too narrow for …
Knowing how to properly use the side pull is going to elevate your rock climbing technique and allow you to use less energy and take better rests while you’re climbing. This climbing hold is easy to identify, but it can be tricky to use optimally since it isn’t an intuitive climbing hold. Many holds are …
