Upcoming Film ‘The Wall – Climb for Gold’ Documents Climbing’s Olympic Debut
‘The Wall – Climb for Gold’ follows Janja Garnbret, Shauna Coxsey, Brooke Raboutou, and Miho Nonaka for 2 full years as they prepared to compete at the Tokyo 2020 Olympics.
Climbing ‘Gold Mine’ Hanging Mountain Opens to Public
This October, a tiny town in Massachusetts’ Berkshires became the site of a climbing access victory that benefits all parties involved. After 2 years of development, Hanging Mountain is officially open to the public.
Climbing Goes Anime: Check Out Sweeping ‘Summit of the Gods’ Trailer
Opening in select theaters on Nov. 24 is a feature-length anime film, “Summit of the Gods.” It’s about Mount Everest, its allure, and the obsession that its summit cultivates in mountaineers.
‘Girls Gone Wide’: Watch Female Climbers Tackle Some of America’s Burliest Off-Widths
Released Oct. 20, ‘Girls Gone Wide’ documents three female climbers as they cam, jam, butterfly, and smear their way up some of North America’s hardest off-width routes.
Fatal Auto-Belay Failure Forces Change at Australian Climbing Gym
Last week, a man fell 43 feet to his death at a rock climbing gym in Sydney, Australia. Today, the gym confirmed that the incident involved an auto-belay system.
‘Arcade’ Climbing Wall Trains With Interactive, Light-Up Games
Arcade Climbing aims to change the sport for beginners and veterans alike with its new motion-responsive, light-up climbing holds.
The Best Hangboards of 2021
Our climbing fanatic found the best hangboards of 2021. Take your climbing to the next level with top picks from Metolius, So iLL, and more.
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COROS Vertix 2 Climbing Watch Boasts ‘Multi-Pitch Mode’ and Better Vertical GPS
With GPS technology pulled from aviation, plus a first-of-its-kind ‘Multi-Pitch’ mode and mega battery life, the Coros Vertix 2 is ready for the vertical world.
‘The Bicentennial Project’: Christy Mahon to Ski Colorado’s 200 Highest Peaks
Christy Mahon has summitted and skied all 58 14,000-foot peaks in Colorado. Then she did the same on the 100 highest peaks in the state. And she’s just getting started.
Laura Rogora Sends 5.15b/c ‘Erebor,’ Hardest Grade by a Female Climber
On Oct. 2, 20-year-old Laura Rogora set a new benchmark for the hardest rock climb done by a female climber. Three women, including Rogora, had previously climbed 5.15b. After ‘Erebor,’ 5.15b/c is the new benchmark.
Free Gear Fridays: Rab Xenair Alpine Jacket Giveaway
Here at GearJunkie, we test a lot of gear. And we’re fortunate to test new, cutting-edge products. Now, we want to give you the chance to win some gear too.
Flash Foxy Debuts AMGA-Led Courses for Genderqueer and Female Climbers
One of the country’s premier inclusive climbing organizations is enhancing its mission to support more athletes as the sport continues to grow in popularity nationwide.
Sean ‘Steezy’ Bailey Nabs 3rd Ascent of 5.15d ‘Bibliographie’ Route With ‘Obsessive’ Effort
Today, 26-year-old Sean ‘Steezy’ Bailey grabbed the third ascent of Alex Megos’ ‘Bibliographie’ after ‘the hardest battle’ he’d ever fought with himself.
Joe Kinder Sends Rifle’s First 5.15, ‘Kinder Cakes,’ Marking a Comeback
After decades as the crown jewel of American performance sport climbing, Rifle, Colo., finally has its first 5.15. You might have heard of the first ascensionist, Joe Kinder, before.
‘They/Them’: Nonbinary Climbing Phenom Stars in Breakthrough Patagonia Film
‘They/Them’ is a full-length climbing film about Lor Sabourin. And it may just be the first feature film to star a nonbinary climber.
30% Off Osprey and More Outdoor Gear Deals
Check out the best outdoor gear deals of the week. This week, find great deals on Osprey, Eddie Bauer, Outdoor Research, and more.
Trio Adds New Routes to Remote BC Valley: ‘Endless First Ascents to Be Had’
A remote climbing expedition into the Ecstall region of Terrace, British Columbia, has yielded several first ascents — and uncovered the potential for many more.
Prep for Avi Season With These Short BCA Safety Videos
With ski season right around the corner, now’s a great time to upgrade your backcountry safety skills. Backcountry Access has released a series of video shorts to help with that.
How to Build a Climbing Wall for Your Kids
Buy plywood. Drill 50 holes. Pound in T-nuts. Bolt on holds. Watch your kids crush it.
Olympic Climber Brooke Raboutou Dishes on Her Favorite Shoes
The climber, and newly minted Olympian, shares the nitty-gritty on her favorite La Sportiva climbing shoes for different disciplines.
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Five Ten NIAD Moccasym Review: Finally, a Climbing Shoe Update I Don’t Hate
The original Five Ten Anasazi Moccasym grew to be one of the most popular slippers since its release in 1992, adored rock by climbers across all disciplines. Climbers had to earn the fit, but the natural leather upper stretched to become a second skin.
A Climber Died on a Colorado Mountain, His Body Will Stay There
A Wisconsin climber died during a steep scramble on Colorado’s Capitol Peak in early August. After a month of analyzing options to recover his body, officials have elected to leave it where it rests.
Knocking on the Door of 5.15: Paige Claassen Is a Sport Climbing Connoisseur
Paige Claassen has a special appreciation for projecting hard sport climbs. Meet the climber and find out what she’s working toward in 2021.
My Close Call With Suicide: The Adventurous Are Not Immune
Suicide affects people from all walks of life. In recognition of Suicide Prevention Week, we share the story of one of our editors’ darkest times.
A Proud Movement: Evolv Launches PRIDE Rebel Shoe
On September 7, Evolv will release a limited-edition PRIDE Rebel approach shoe. And 50% of funds raised will benefit inclusion-focused organizations.
Bucket List With Benefits: What It’s Like to ‘Summit for Someone’
Big City Mountaineers works to get youth outdoors. This year, we joined the nonprofit’s trip to hear what it’s all about from participants themselves.
Kyle Richardson Rages Up (and Down) Colorado Flatirons for ‘Quinfecta’ FKT
Kyle Richardson holds more speed records in the Front Range than Ricky Bobby holds in NASCAR. Now, he’s got the FKT on the sought-after Flatirons Quinfecta.
‘Unbelievably Perfect’: Maury Birdwell’s FKT on The Diamond, Longs Peak
The climber who just set the new FKT for The Diamond doesn’t care about climbing fast. But a record is a record.
Ski Resort, UDOT Expansion Plans Threaten Little Cottonwood Canyon Bouldering
A ski transportation project will destroy many of Little Cottonwood Canyon’s boulders, and time to reverse plans is running out on September 3.
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Save up to 60% on top gear and apparel during the Backcountry Labor Day Sale, now through September 6.
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Alex Honnold Explores Climate Change in New Show for Nat Geo
‘On the Edge With Alex Honnold’ follows the world-famous climber as he hunts first ascents and studies climate change in Greenland.
