Chris Sharma in Yosemite and on Everything is Karate 5.14c/d
Chris Sharma is an American living in Barcelona, but a few times a year he gets back to his roots in California and goes to his old stomping and proving grounds like Yosemite and...
Category: Rock climbing
The best rock climbing harnesses for 2019 (Reviews)
Are you just getting into rock climbing and are ready to invest in your first harness? Then congratulations! That along with a great pair of rock climbing shoes meant for beginners will have you ready...
Reel Rock 13 Official Trailer and Tour Dates
In REEL ROCK’s newest film which dropped in October 2018, REEL ROCK 13, we have Adam Ondra crushing the world’s hardest climbs left and right and establishing himself as one of the best ever,...
How should rock climbing shoes fit?
Having correct fitting rock climbing shoes is paramount to a good climbing experience, especially when you are just starting out. That said, as you progress through your climbing career you’ll also find that different...
Mason Earle sends Cobra Crack in “Cracking Cobra”
Renowned crack climber and adventurer Mason Earle has finally conquered his nemesis Cobra Crack in Squamish BC, which he started working on eight years ago. After a number of years of not trying it,...
How to buy your first rock climbing shoes
If you’ve never owned a pair of climbing shoes, you’re probably a bit lost as to what to look for. You go to the store (REI, wherever) and are faced with a wall of...
14 Indoor rock climbing tips for beginners
Starting rock climbing and going to the gym for the first few times? If you’re like most beginner climbers, you are probably a bit intimidated, and not just because the walls are tall. If...
Arc’teryx C80 Chalk Bag Review
The Arc’teryx C80 chalk bag is the largest of the three Arc’teryx chalk bags, the others being the C40 and Aperture (which comes in small and large). I’ve been using the Arc’teryx C80 chalk...
Best beginner rock climbing shoes 2020
Beginner rock climber and ready to invest in some shoes? Congratulations! You’re about to have an amazing new look at life. Buying rock climbing shoes can be really scary if you’re not sure what...
Best rock climbing helmets
If you’re climbing outdoors, you should wear a helmet. Whether ice or rock, it is highly likely that a chunk of earth could pull lose and come directly down at you. If you are...
What to wear rock climbing
One of the most common questions we get from first time climbers is “what should I wear rock climbing?” You don’t want to show up at the gym and have a bad time because...
Daily Gear Deals August 14, 2017 – Rock climbing edition
Here are today’s deals in the rock climbing world (and a few more steals). Climbing Ropes 20-35% off Slacklines 20-25% off Nuts and draws Other steals Black Diamond Dawn Patrol LT men’s – 52%...
How to strengthen hands for rock climbing
We all want to get stronger hands and bodies for rock climbing. Whether you’re a 5.7 climber or a 5.14 crusher, you have a project you’re working on that you’re just not strong enough to send...
How to heal hands after rock climbing
Whether you’re just starting your rock climbing fixation or have been at it for years, your hands are going to get sore. In fact, I’m writing this post the day after a hard bouldering...
Hansjorg Auer free solos 3 big walls in the Dolomites and links by paraglider
Source Thought Alex Honnold was crazy? Hansjorg, an Austrian climber, has taken things to the next level with three free solo ascents of big walls in the Dolomites which he then linked by paraglider...
How to start rock climbing
Have you always wanted to get started rock climbing, but are intimidated and unsure where to start? If you’re looking to get active again, or simply pick up a new sport, rock climbing can...
