Climbing

Climbing Challenge: Send World’s Highest Wall, ‘Win’ Ford SUV

The climbing challenge took place at the world’s highest artificial tower, in Norway. The grand prize? A plug-in Ford Explorer. Sort of.

Written by Sam Anderson August 09, 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

Climbing, Community, and Sustainable Economic Development at the International Climber’s Festival

Pro climbers, policy makers, and business owners gathered together at the 28th annual International Climber’s Festival in Lander, Wyoming.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss August 05, 2021

SCARPA, Gear Fund Collective to Collect & Donate Used Gear to Athletes Without Resources

In partnership with The Gear Fund Collective, Scarpa will collect and distribute quality used gear to athletes nationwide from marginalized communities.

Written by Jilli Cluff August 02, 2021

Rope Brand Becomes First on Market to Go Climate Neutral

Sterling — a climbing rope manufacturer — has achieved a pretty big milestone. Learn all about how Sterling is now fully carbon neutral right here.

Written by Mary Murphy July 30, 2021

Climbing Shoes of the Olympics: Athletes’ Favorite Footwear for Crag Competition

Want to know what the top Olympic climbers will wear to vie for the first-ever climbing medals? We got a peek at the athletes’ favorite…

Written by Sam Laird July 29, 2021

Pakistani Teen Becomes Youngest Person to Summit K2

Shehroze Kashif summited Mt. Everest, the highest peak in the world, a few months ago. Now, he’s summited the second highest peak — K2.

Written by Mary Murphy July 28, 2021

The Greatest Solo Climber You’ve Never Heard Of: Watch ‘The Alpinist’ Trailer

Watch a trailer of what could be one of the best climbing films of the year.

Written by Mary Murphy July 28, 2021

Huff, Puff, Suffer: Hear The North Face Athletes in Action With Sonos ‘Soundscapes’

Sonos and The North Face have teamed up to give adventurers a new way to ‘Never Stop Exploring’ from home. Check out its expedition soundscapes…

Written by Mary Murphy July 26, 2021

Jason Momoa, Chris Sharma Team Up to Launch TV Competition ‘The Climb’

Uber-famous superhero actor teams up with former god of rock climbing to produce a new climbing competition show, ‘The Climb.’

Written by Sam Anderson July 21, 2021

Austrian Climber Sends Her Local Lorüns Crag’s Hardest Route

Austrian climber Babsi Zangerl has climbed bigwall, trad, and sport routes in Italy, Switzerland, and Yosemite. Now, she’s tackling a route closer to home.

Written by Mary Murphy July 20, 2021

4 Fantastic Climbing Areas to Check Out in Honor of National Forest Week

From the steep gorges of the southeast to the aptly named Rocky Mountains, public lands in the U.S. are replete with rock climbing opportunities.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss July 14, 2021

Brother, Sister Take Podiums at Deep-Water Climbing Competition

Unroped competitors climbed for speed over the Adaja River in Spain. In the end, two Slovenian siblings stood atop their respective podiums.

Written by Sam Anderson July 08, 2021

The North Face Launches International Olympic Climbing Collection

Get ready to rep your home team at the Olympics with The North Face’s International Collection athlete-inspired apparel.

Written by Mary Murphy July 02, 2021

Watch This French Rock Climber Dominate a 9b+ Grade

A 9b+ grade, or 5.15 c, is the second-hardest grade of climbing in the world. Watch Black Diamond athlete Seb Bouin tick it off his…

Written by Mary Murphy June 30, 2021

Weekend Warrior Inspiration: ‘Beat Monday’ Returns for Season 2

A full new season of ‘Beat Monday’ is here. Tune in to season 2 of Outside TV’s ‘Beat Monday’ series now.

Written by Mary Murphy June 28, 2021

Hike ‘Step by Step’ Through Summer With This Black Diamond Athlete

Follow in the footsteps of one outdoorsman as he makes big strides toward the world’s tallest summits.

Written by Mary Murphy June 24, 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

Climbing Gym Fatality: Fort Collins Woman Dies in 40-Foot Fall

A woman died on Saturday after falling about 40 feet from an indoor climbing wall in Fort Collins, Colorado.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss June 17, 2021

You Buy It, You Break It: These Brands Offer the Gear Repair You Need

Brands like Orvis, Patagonia, and Benchmade Knife Co. offer free or inexpensive gear repair programs that keep your favorite gear going for years to come.

Written by Nicole Qualtieri June 10, 2021

‘TranSending’: Erin Parisi Pushes Toward First Trans Ascent of All Seven Summits

Erin Parisi is the first trans woman to attempt to climb all Seven Summits. Watch her story in the ‘TranSending’ film by Merrell.

Written by Mary Murphy June 10, 2021

‘Everything Day’: 2 Men on Tandem Bike Tackle 24-Hour Adventure

Biking, paragliding, climbing, hiking — friends Robin and Erik are cramming it all into one epic day. Watch how they did in the ‘Everything Day’…

Written by Mary Murphy June 09, 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

Smearing Superstar: Evolv Zenist Climbing Shoe Review

The California brand touts the Zenist as an indoor climbing weapon with the high sensitivity required for precise foot placements and delicate heel and toe…

Written by Seiji Ishii June 08, 2021