Harnesses are a spectacular piece of human innovation that have enabled us to achieve the unthinkable. Rock climbing is one of the many activities that would be impossible without them (minus bouldering, of course). They hold our lives, our gear, and many great memories. Believe it or not, climbing harnesses did not even exist until […]
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Best Beginner Climbing shoes: The Ultimate List [of 2021]
Looking for the absolute best beginner climbing shoes out there? You’re in the right place. Let’s face the facts – climbing in tennis shoes is only fun on V0 and most gyms don’t want your sweaty bare feet smooshing into the handholds. Likewise, climbing barefoot outdoors can give you some gnarly toe calluses. If you […]
The Ultimate Rock Climbing Carabiners Guide [For 2021]
There are three essential pieces of gear that modern rock climbing would be impossible without: harness, rope, and of course your rock climbing carabiner. It is amazing that these simple items have evolved over the past few decades to enable people to scale thousands of feet with minimal risk, to save lives, and to push […]
The Best Rock Climbing Pants For Men & Women of 2021 [New]
There are times when the stakes in a climbing pants purchase feel about as high as any in the climbing world. How do you know which are the best rock climbing pants to choose from? Your new rope or your crashpad, you’ll always show up with them, even if they sit on the sideline because […]