Bouldering

Big in Japan: Shinichiro Nomura Sends ‘Gakido’ V16

Shinichiro Nomura went all in for the send on ‘Gakido,’ a long-sought-after highball boulder problem in Japan.

Written by Sam Anderson March 25, 2022

Russian Climbing World Cup Rescheduled as IFSC Hands Out More Suspensions

Moscow lost its scheduled stop on the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) World Cup Tour due to the country’s invasion of Ukraine.

Written by Sam Anderson March 23, 2022

Jam-Packed Reel Rock 16 Is Almost Here; Get Discounted Tix Now

Reel Rock 16 is stacked: Alex Honnold, the Wide Boyz, Margo Hayes, Alex Johnson, and more headline the film spread. A celebratory premiere approaches.

Written by Sam Anderson March 16, 2022

The Perfect Fit: 3 Scrappy Climbing Shoe Brands to Keep on Your Radar

From boulderers to trad dads, every climber needs a reliable pair of climbing shoes.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss March 03, 2022

Russia Yanked From International Climbing Comps in Ice, Speed, and Bouldering Circuits

The IFSC and UIAA have canceled Russian stops along their ice climbing, bouldering, and speed climbing World Cup tours.

Written by Sam Anderson February 28, 2022

The Daniel Woods Training Board: Spray Wall-Inspired ‘Maximum Fun’

Daniel Woods and Menagerie Holds’ new training board will turn you into a beast — suitors can preorder now for winter delivery.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss February 18, 2022

Climbing Sabotage? Grease Smeared on Moab Boulder Holds

Over the weekend, climbers found petroleum grease smeared on holds at Moab, Utah’s Big Bend Bouldering Area. To some, the act suggests a targeted attack.

Written by Sam Anderson February 14, 2022

Bouldering Is Scary: Watch 40-Foot ‘Roadkill’ V15 in Action

Watch Dave Graham and Clem Lechaptois attempt ‘Roadkill’ (V15/8C). The mega-hard boulder tops out more than 40 feet off the deck.

Written by Sam Anderson February 02, 2022

Petzl Alto Crash Pad Review: Clever Design, Solid Protection for Comfier Falls and Carries

Petzl crashes into the bouldering category with the Alto, a pad that combines proven materials with a novel — maybe ingenious — design.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 28, 2022

The Definitive Guide to Climbing Jargon

If you’re cruxing out on climbing vocab, check out GearJunkie’s guide to the jargon — from gripping onsights to jingus gear and more.

Written by Sam Anderson January 27, 2022

Fight for Your Right to Climb: US Olympian Stars in ‘Home Crag’ Documentary

Olympian Nathaniel Coleman has joined up with The Salt Lake Climbers Alliance and Gnarly Nutrition to create a new film that aims to highlight —…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss January 14, 2022

Decoy Board Jockeys Into Moon Board, Kilter Board Climbing Market

The new Decoy Board distinguishes itself with multi-textured holds shaped with real rock in mind, plus high angle adjustability.

Written by Sam Anderson January 13, 2022

‘Lock Down Rock Up’: First Responder Eases Pandemic Problems Through Bouldering

Award-winning short ‘Lock Down Rock Up’ documents how one paramedic turned to climbing as an outlet during quarantine.

Written by Jilli Cluff January 11, 2022

Preteen Climbers Tick 150 Boulders in Insane 9-Day Hueco Tanks Effort

In one trip, the Sullivan brothers sent everything on your Hueco Tanks project list. In 9 days, the preteens combined for 150 boulder problems up…

Written by Sam Anderson January 05, 2022

The 10 Best Boulder Problems of 2021

The best boulder problems of 2021 spanned the world and the limit of human ability on rock. Check out the best from Daniel Woods, Katie…

Written by Sam Anderson December 29, 2021

How to Transition From the Gym to Crag: Top 5 Tips & Gear You’ll Need

The rapid proliferation of climbing gyms makes the gym-to-crag transition even more important than ever. Here are our recommendations for your introduction to rock climbing…

Written by Austin Beck-Doss December 22, 2021

Metolius Session II Review: The Bestselling Crash Pad in the US

Metolius released the Session II in 2014, and it became the bestselling crash pad in the U.S. The brand has updated the pad regularly, and…

Written by Seiji Ishii December 14, 2021

Black Diamond Will Match Your Donations to Help Save Threatened Climbing Areas

As the climbing population continues to explode, under-resourced crags keep getting busier. The result? Habitat strain and possible loss of access. The Access Fund and…

Written by Sam Anderson December 07, 2021

Brooke Raboutou Cranks on a V14 in Fearsome Gymnastic Display

Brooke Raboutou has been one of the best female climbers in the world since she was 10. Watch her on the steep, slopey ‘Trieste’ and…

Written by Sam Anderson December 07, 2021

Climbers Purchase ‘House Boulders’ to Boost IL Climbing Access

‘House Boulders’ is a new, 20-acre corridor acquired by the Access Fund and ICA. It offers 70+ problems and a potential boost to the economy.

Written by Jilli Cluff November 09, 2021

Climbing on ‘Molecules’: Adam Ondra Ticks Staggering 68th 5.15

Adam Ondra has spent such a long time locked off at the top of the sport climbing world, he can’t even remember what the rest…

Written by Sam Anderson October 28, 2021

First Olympic Sport Climbing Champions: Slovenian, Spaniard Take Gold

Sport climbing will debut in the Olympics this summer. Since it’s been a bit since the qualifiers, here’s what to expect in this year’s Olympic…

Written by Mary Murphy August 06, 2021

Alex Honnold, Tommy Caldwell to Teach Rock Climbing on MasterClass

Climbing legends Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell will join Jimmy Chin in teaching on MasterClass. Look for the course this fall.

Written by Mary Murphy August 06, 2021

The North Face x Mellow Film Documents Epic ‘Return of the Sleepwalker’ V17 Send

Want to know what it takes to climb one of the hardest graded routes in the world? Watch this film.

Written by Mary Murphy June 22, 2021

Watch Alex Honnold Go Bouldering in ‘Big Walls to Low Balls’

This casual film, “Big Walls to Low Balls,” focuses on Alex Honnold as he explores a few different boulder problems in Red Rock, Nevada.

Written by Mary Murphy June 08, 2021

First V17 Boulder Problem in the US? Daniel Woods Sends ‘Return of the Sleepwalker’

Today, pro climber Daniel Woods put up Return of the Sleepwalker, a proposed V17, in Red Rock, Nev. If accepted, it will be the first…

Written by Mary Murphy April 02, 2021

Canadian Teen Sends Grueling V14 Test Piece in Squamish

Brennan Doyle, 17, just added an amazing climb to his tick list. The V14 route is one of Squamish’s Top 100 bouldering problems.

Written by Mary Murphy November 25, 2020

Bouldering on a Budget? This Is the Pad for You

Metolius stripped down its Session II Crash Pad to create the Basic Pad, released last week. The big news is the price; with an MSRP…

Written by Seiji Ishii April 07, 2020

Colorado Has (Another) New Climbing Gym

G1 Climbing + Fitness is the newest addition — and now the eighth climbing gym — in the Greater Denver Area. We visited this past…

Written by Mary Murphy March 10, 2020

Best Beta Tool Yet? Climbers Create 3D Crag Maps

A new platform called Climb Assist creates a whole new way for climbers to discover beta.

Written by Mary Murphy February 20, 2020

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