Climbing

‘Queasy’ Climbers Scale the World’s Tallest Artificial Wall

Welcome to the 525-foot Luzzone Dam, one of the tallest of its kind in Switzerland and home to the world’s longest artificial climb.

Written by Sam Anderson December 09, 2022

Marmot Col -20-Degree Review: Cozy Sleeping Bag Fit for Alaskan Peaks

I tested the new Marmot Col -20-Degree sleeping bag in true expedition conditions over 35 days in the Alaska Range.

Written by Christian Black December 08, 2022

Nadir Maguet Pivots to Fast and Light Alpinism in ‘FKT Project’

The champion ski mountaineer is always looking for new ways to challenge himself above the treeline.

Written by Andrew Marshall December 08, 2022

Jordan Cannon Claims Rare Repeat of ‘Wet Lycra Nightmare’ 5.13d in Yosemite

If I said Cannon was stoked after he sent the nine-pitch, 1,000-foot test piece on Leaning Tower, it’d be the biggest understatement of my career.

Written by Sam Anderson December 08, 2022

Follow First Ascents in the ‘French Yosemite’ With Seb Bouin

What is the “French Yosemite”? Like the American one, it’s a rock-climbing paradise. And unlike the American one, climbing there is brand new.

Written by Sam Anderson December 07, 2022

Watch Stefano Ghisolfi’s ‘Crazy’ Dam Climbing Experience

Do you remember your first multipitch? Watch one of the planet’s strongest sport climbers tick his first one here.

Written by Sam Anderson December 06, 2022

So iLL Free Range Pro Review: Highly Effective for High-Volume Feet

If you have a high-volume foot, the So iLL Free Range Pro is one of the better steep-terrain shoes on the market.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss December 06, 2022

Behind the Scenes: What It’s Like Filming Outside TV’s ‘Beat Monday’

‘You think ‘Beat Monday’s Mike and Jason are tough? You should see the [Beat Monday] film crew!’

Written by Mary Murphy December 06, 2022

Black Diamond to Match $80K in Donations to Access Fund

In its latest campaign to protect climbing areas, Access Fund urges climbers to donate money for sustainable access to beloved crags.

Written by Andrew McLemore December 05, 2022

Chris Sharma Confirms He’s Still Working on Siurana Mega-Proj, Sends 5.14d

On Sunday, the 41-year-old reported he ticked Siurana, Spain’s “La Reina Mora” 9a (5.14d) — and said he’s still “battling” with his new king line,…

Written by Sam Anderson December 05, 2022

‘Project Big’ First Look With Adam Ondra and Jakob Schubert

A few minutes into this clip, 5.15c climber Jakob Schubert says he is not sure a stronger challenge than ‘Project Big’ exists.

Written by Sam Anderson December 02, 2022

Watch Alexander Megos Tag the First Ascent of ‘The Journey’ 5.15b

Alexander Megos has climbed better than anyone else in the Spanish conglomerate epicenter of Margalef for the past several years. Period.

Written by Sam Anderson December 01, 2022

Taco Bell Artist Turns Her Special Sauce Into Climbing Apparel

Leslie Kim founded the climbing apparel brand Dynamite Starfish in 2015. Since then, she’s brought a community of climbers together with her art and given…

Written by Gabriela Daugherty November 30, 2022

The North Face Summit Series Could Change Your Winter Layering Strategy

The North Face Summit Series winter apparel emphasizes breathability and warmth during heart-pumping efforts. It could change how you layer.

Adam Ondra Projecting Flatanger Route Harder Than ‘Silence’

After creating the world’s hardest sport route with ‘Silence’ (9c/5.15d), Adam Ondra now says he’s working on something even more difficult.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 30, 2022

How Climbing Bolts Work: Know Your Pro

If you’re into sport climbing, you probably don’t think twice about clipping bolts. But how do these life-holding climbing bolts work?

Written by Christian Black November 29, 2022

Raboutou, Roberts, and Bosi Projecting Switzerland’s Hardest Lines

You can rely on Shawn Raboutou, Aidan Roberts, and Will Bosi to do one thing like clockwork: work the proj. Get among the crew on…

Written by Sam Anderson November 29, 2022

British Climber Boulders Hands-Free — In a Tweed Suit

Most climbers understand the importance of good footwork, but this guy takes it to another level — while retaining a sense of playful fun.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 29, 2022

Will Gadd Releases 9 Free Videos: ‘How to Ice Climb With Will Gadd’

If you’ve been looking for a masterclass in climbing on ice, Will Gadd just released a comprehensive course on YouTube.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 29, 2022

‘Up’cycling: Greenholds, the World’s First Recyclable Climbing Holds

Greenholds co-founder Geert Voncken saw one big problem all over his gym: plastic waste bolted on the walls. So he sought to fix it.

Written by Sam Anderson November 29, 2022

Ondra on Fire, Onsights Fourth Lifetime 9a/5.14d

Nov. 20: Adam Ondra climbs ‘the second hardest route’ of his life. Nov. 23: Ondra makes a V15/16 first ascent. Nov. 28: a 5.14d onsight.…

Written by Sam Anderson November 29, 2022

Watch This Alpinist Seek the Threshold of Commitment

If you’re into the risk and drama of singular alpine objectives, you’re in the right place.

Written by Sam Anderson November 28, 2022

Chaehyun Seo Becomes Second Woman to Onsight 5.14b

With two elite-level onsights days after sending a 5.15 route, the South Korean becomes the latest climber to prove herself equal to anyone.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 28, 2022

Daniel Woods Makes 4th Ascent of Multiverse V15

No music and no dialogue: Just a two-minute send of a 19-move route that Daniel Woods called ‘damn near perfect.’

Written by Andrew McLemore November 25, 2022

No ‘Excuses’: Jacopo Larcher Gets 3rd Repeat of Yosemite’s ‘Meltdown,’ 5.14c Trad

Beth Rodden’s iconic crack route, which many climbers long thought was impossible unless you had narrow fingers, just got its third ascent.

Written by Sam Anderson November 25, 2022

Our Crusty Old Climbers Love This Gear, and It’s on Sale Now

Holiday deals for climbing gear are scarce this season. But we found a pair of holiday sales on goods our crusty climbers on staff love.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 25, 2022

Marmot West Rib Parka Review: 35 Days in Alaska

I put the Marmot West Rib Parka through a 35-day test in Alaska’s high ranges.

Written by Christian Black November 23, 2022

Teenager Becomes 6th Woman to Climb 5.15: Sends ‘La Rambla’ in ‘Dream’ Ascent

If you think indoor climbers aren’t rock climbers, you’re not hip to the latest dish from 19-year-old Chaehyun Seo.

Written by Sam Anderson November 23, 2022

Free Soloist, Wingsuit Pilot, Mountain Biker Nail High-Speed Synchronized Squamish Stunt

Teamwork makes the dream work. (Well, and GoPro.) Watch a wingsuit pilot, free solo climber, and mountain biker nail a stunt from all three POVs…

Written by Sam Anderson November 22, 2022

Adam Ondra Puts Down ‘Second Hardest Route of My Life’

The hardest route remains the groundbreaking ‘Silence’ (9c/5.15d), a Norway route from 2017. This time, the tough send is in his native Czech Republic.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 21, 2022

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