Over the past decade, auto belays have exploded in popularity and are now available in many climbing gyms around the world. If you’re used to climbing with a partner belaying you or don’t have any climbing experience, auto belays can feel strange at first. As a result, many people are initially hesitant to trust them. …
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Gloves may not be the first piece of equipment that comes to mind when you’re thinking about climbing gear, but a good pair of climbing gloves can make belaying, rappelling, and ascending the rock much more comfortable. From keeping your hands warm between send attempts to protecting your skin, there are numerous benefits to wearing …
A climbing rope is one of the most essential pieces of safety gear on the wall, and proper care is crucial to keep you safe. One aspect of rope care and maintenance climbers often wonder about is how to wash a climbing rope. Washing your climbing rope can prolong its lifespan, but it’s important to …
Compared to other rock climbing gear, climbing shoes arguably have the most direct correlation with your performance. Choosing the right shoe for your discipline and foot shape is, therefore, of the utmost importance. There is an incredibly wide variety of climbing shoes to suit a broad range of foot sizes and climbing styles. As a …
With so many different disciplines and diverse talent in rock climbing, it’s hard to narrow down the best climbers in the world. Whether it’s by making legendary first ascents, redpointing grades that were nearly unimaginable 30 years ago, or breaking gender barriers, the climbers on this list have redefined what’s possible in climbing. In no …