It’s easy to name some of the best athletes in the world (Michael Jordan, Serena Williams, Lionel Messi, Usain Bolt…). We hear their names in the news, in songs, even in textbooks. But can you name the best rock climbers? Now that can be tough. Well, after excluding Alex Honnold and his widely publicized Free […]
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Best Picks For The Boulder Wall: Beginner Bouldering Shoes
Although climbing shoes look similar in design, they are actually really diverse. Certain features can be incorporated (or not) to accommodate certain climbing styles and levels. Bouldering is one of such styles that has unique shoe demands. Unlike a lot of roped climbs, boulder problems are sustained at a certain level of difficulty for every […]
Rock Climbing Inside For The First Time? Bouldering 101
When you walk into a climbing gym, you’ll notice that there are two sizes of walls: short and tall. The shorter walls usually have thick padding underneath them, and are meant for bouldering. On the tall ones, you might see ropes or small metal clips dangling down. Those are for roped climbing. Some gyms are […]
Explained: In Rock Climbing What Is Bouldering?
There are many types of rock out there, with all sorts of shapes and sizes. It turns out you don’t need to rope-up to reach every summit. At least, not when you’re Alex Honnold…or while bouldering. Whether you have no clue as to what bouldering is at all, or are looking to expand your knowledge […]