Climbing

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

Premiere: ‘Megatron’ V17 by Shawn Raboutou and Mellow

I don’t know what sorcery it takes to climb V17 because I’ll never do it unless I break free of the earth’s gravity. Maybe Raboutou’s…

Written by Sam Anderson November 18, 2022

Lacaida Lincoln Rope Review: Will I Make It Down? This Rope Tells You

The Lacaida Lincoln metered climbing rope adds safety while maintaining all the qualities necessary for climbers.

Written by Gabi Daugherty November 17, 2022

Jonathan Siegrist Tames ‘Flex Luthor,’ Suggests ‘Approachable’ 5.15a

The American sport climbing star sent the third repeat of Tommy Caldwell’s early-2000s masterpiece, he announced today.

Written by Sam Anderson November 17, 2022

Watch Sean VOD Run It Out, Learn Another Annoying Musical Instrument

I don’t even know what that thing is. Has a recorder mated with bagpipes and spawned another grating instrument for Sean Villanueva O’Driscoll to play?

Written by Sam Anderson November 17, 2022

The 10 Best Gifts for Climbers

Climbers can be choosy about gear. Rightfully so, as much of it protects life. Let the core climbers at GearJunkie help you decide.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 16, 2022

‘Like Yosemite in the ’50s’: Malawi’s Wealth of Climbing — And Community

For the climbers who visit Malawi, it’s not just about the abundance of cliffs waiting for first ascents — it’s about building community.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 16, 2022

Virtual Tour: Ancient Art at Hueco Tanks With Jon Cardwell

If you’re ever bouldering at Hueco Tanks, take a history tour on one of your rest days. Here’s a primer, from Jon Cardwell.

Written by Sam Anderson November 16, 2022

Shawn Raboutou Claims First Ascent of ‘Megatron’ V17

‘On fire,’ was French crusher Seb Bouin’s stripped-down comment on Shawn Raboutou’s Nov. 15 first ascent post. That pretty much says it.

Written by Sam Anderson November 16, 2022

A ‘Good Month’ for Drew Ruana: 7 V14 & V15 Sends, Including First Ascents

With this iPhone edit, Drew Ruana shows a talent for understatement. He actually sent seven routes at V14 and above in less than a month.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 15, 2022

2022 YETI Climbing National Championships Results

This weekend, young stars in the competition scene lit up the front range at the YETI Climbing National Championships.

Written by Sam Anderson November 15, 2022

Best of the 2022 Petzl RocTrip in Manikia, Greece

If raw climbing footage is your thing, check out this crag-focused highlight reel from a climbing trip to Greece.

Written by Sam Anderson November 14, 2022

Man to Climb Everest in Search for Brother’s Body in Disney Doc

British television personality Spencer Matthews teamed up with Nims Purja of ’14 Peaks’ for a documentary premiering next year.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 14, 2022

The Progression of Plastic to Rock: Education Programs Helping Climbers Fill in Gaps

More programs are needed to help climbers fill in the gaps — particularly for those progressing from indoor to outdoor climbing.

Written by Rebecca Ross November 10, 2022

Long-Term Yosemite Climbing Permit Structure Nears: What’s the Deal?

The comment period for Yosemite National Park’s finalized Wilderness Climbing Permit system ends Sunday. Here’s what you need to know.

Written by Sam Anderson November 10, 2022

Apply Now: Alpine Ascents’ First BIPOC Guide Training Program

Are you a person of color who wants to become a guide in the mountain guiding industry? Then apply for the 6-month BIPOC Guide Development…

Written by Rebecca Ross November 09, 2022

‘Land of the Cold Sun’: Two Athletes Forge Mountaineering Routes in Morocco

Watch two Rab athletes scale a mountain in Morocco, where there is almost no mountaineering community, and no rescue services for those who venture into…

Written by Will Brendza November 09, 2022

Adam Ondra Makes ‘Scary’ First Ascents on Czech Sandstone

You don’t usually get to see the world’s best rock climber get gripped. Here’s your chance.

Written by Sam Anderson November 08, 2022

Access Fund Halts Energy Project in Unaweep Canyon, Future Still Uncertain

Climbers scored an access win last week when progress on an energy project succumbed to snags in the world’s only two-mouthed canyon.

Written by Sam Anderson November 08, 2022

Study: Climbers Contribute $4.5M Annually to Local Wyoming Economy

With support from Access Fund and Eastern Kentucky University, the study shows the positive economic impacts of climbing tourism.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 07, 2022

Watch Buster Martin Climb Iconic ‘Action Directe’ (5.14d)

UK climber Buster Martin becomes only the second person after Alex Megos to send the world’s original 5.14d sport routes: ‘Action Directe’ and ‘Hubble.’

Written by Andrew McLemore November 07, 2022

‘The Phantom Line’: A Striking New Route in Nepal’s Jugal Himal Region

Two enterprising climbers take a nearly hidden line up a previously unclimbed and unnamed 21,000-foot peak.

Written by Andrew Marshall November 07, 2022

Need Inspiration for Adventurous Gifts? Explore REI’s Gift Center

Navigating the thousands of possible gifts for outdoor enthusiasts in your life can be overwhelming. The REI Co-op Gift Center aims to ease your burden.