What are the differences between all the different climbing harnesses? Choosing your first climbing harness can be overwhelming. The different climbing harnesses available have different features, and you may not know which features are important to you yet. To get to know what to look for when choosing a climbingRead More
Lead Climbing Basics Lead Climbing is often called Sport Climbing, when there is protection points permanently bolted into the wall which you attach to as you climb from the ground up. Lead climbing is done both indoors and outdoors. When lead climbing outdoors on a route where there are noRead More
What is a Crash Pad? If you are new to bouldering, or have never heard of bouldering, get a good introduction to bouldering by reading our article. When you are bouldering at a gym, the gym will have thick mats or padded flooring to make it safe for when youRead More
The idea behind top-roping is that there is already an anchor attached at the top of the route. One end of the rope is attached to the belayer, drawn up through the top anchor, and the other end is attached to the climber. Top-rope is a great way to getRead More
Because climbing shoes serve as the interface between you and the rock, you might not be able to make much progress if you select the wrong fit. If you are a beginner, you should be looking for all-round, resilient, and versatile rock climbing shoes. As your climbing confidence increases, youRead More
With the number of climbing shoes being introduced into the market, you might find it overwhelming when you want to select some new shoes for your climbing activities. It becomes an even more daunting task if you are looking for your first climbing shoe. You may eventually settle on theRead More
You have selected your climbing shoe, and you now need something to keep you secure when climbing. You need a climbing harness. Now, there is a great variety of climbing harnesses out there. It’s not easy to find the best without a guide. Sometimes you might get lucky, but it’sRead More
Are you looking for the best bouldering shoes? Or are you looking for a climbing shoe that will not only fulfill your needs but is also affordable? Are you looking for shoes that have been recommended by others? If your answer is “yes” to any of the above, you areRead More
One of the most important pieces of equipment in your gear list is the climbing rope. Few climbers can do without climbing rope and it is an absolute necessity for the beginner. Shopping for your next rope might be challenging. With the huge selection available on the market today, itRead More
