Climbing

Essential Climbing Knots You Should Know and How to Tie Them

Tying knots is an essential skill for climbing. Whether tying in as a climber, building an anchor, or rappelling, using the right knot will make…

Written by Johanna Flashman September 14, 2020

Messner Route Melts: Will Gadd Climbs Skinny Icicle on Kilimanjaro

Ice climber Will Gadd climbed the famous Messner Glacier Route on Kilimanjaro 6 years ago. Earlier this year, he returned to climb what little ice remains.

Written by Mary Murphy September 10, 2020

Climbing in Siberia: Team Sets First Ascent on ‘Mystic’ Granite Towers

Siberia is home to some of the coldest weather on the planet, extreme temperature changes, and unknown adventure. So, of course, it’s a great spot…

Written by Mary Murphy September 07, 2020

Black Diamond on Sale: Save on Mountain & Climbing Equipment

Black Diamond is having an end-of-season equipment sale this week. You can get up to 25% off rock and ice climbing gear, ropes, shoes, and more.

Written by Oghale Ekwa September 01, 2020

‘Free as Can Be’: 2 Generations Come Together to Climb

Arc’teryx’s newest film follows an unlikely duo up an iconic route on El Capitan in Yosemite National Park.

Written by Mary Murphy August 26, 2020

Climbing With Your Camera: Dos & Don’ts

Before going outdoors and trying to get all those incredible climbing shots with professional camera equipment, check these dos and don’ts.

Written by GJ Staff August 19, 2020

Splash Down: Olympic Climber Dives Into Deep-Water Soloing

Kyra Condie is one of the most decorated climbers of all time. She’s bound for the 2021 Olympics. But until then, she’s keeping busy with…

Written by Mary Murphy August 12, 2020

Rock Climbing Unraveled: The Gear You Need to Get Started

Rock climbing is booming right now, and why not? It’s great exercise, fun, and social. Here’s the beginner rock climbing gear you need to get…

Written by Morgan Tilton August 12, 2020

Climbers Rejoice: BLM Cancels Public Land Auction in Utah

The Bureau of Land Management’s latest decision regarding its September public lands auction is a huge win for climbers.

Written by Mary Murphy August 11, 2020

Colorado Climbers Break 20-Year Speed Record on ‘Casual Route’

The previous speed climbing record on The Casual Route stood untouched since 1999.

Written by Mary Murphy August 05, 2020

Rock Climbing Checklist: What to Pack for Your Next Trip to the Crag

Whether pebble wrestling or summit seeking, having all the gear you need is essential to a day well spent climbing. There’s nothing worse than getting…

Written by Karina Krosbakken July 16, 2020

Cliffhanger: What a ‘Life in the Vertical’ Is All About

Climber and photographer Julie Ellison explores how a small subset of athletes turned their pastime into a professional sport and worldwide phenomenon.

Written by Mary Murphy July 03, 2020

The 5 Best Outdoor Films on Disney+

We found the best outdoor documentaries to watch on Disney+. Sign up and start streaming now.

Written by Mallory Paige June 25, 2020

Vimeo Feature Film Offers Candid Look at ‘The People of Climbing’

‘The People of Climbing’ is a short film focused on the issue of racial inequality in the outdoors. And the perspectives it includes are some…

Written by Mary Murphy June 18, 2020

Watch 2 Athletes Climb K2 Without Supplemental Oxygen

Is K2 the world’s most dangerous mountain? Without oxygen, it definitely could be.

Written by Mary Murphy June 05, 2020

Alex Honnold to Join Las Vegas Protests Tonight

‘I’m still a U.S. citizen and I still feel compelled to act toward a more just society,’ Honnold said.

Written by Adam Ruggiero June 04, 2020

The Weirdest & Widest Trad Gear for Off-Width Climbing

Black Diamond’s impossibly engineered 21-inch Camalot sure was a good April Fool’s joke, but climbers actually use similar-looking pieces of gear for off-widths. These are…

Written by Emma Renly June 03, 2020

Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week

This week’s gear deals highlight running shoes, camping gear, and more.

Written by Mary Murphy June 03, 2020

China Seizes First Everest Summits of 2020

Did you think that Mount Everest was closed for the season? You’re not alone. But a handful of climbers have already summited Mount Everest in…

Written by Kraig Becker May 26, 2020

Our Favorite Home Gyms and Athlete Workouts on Instagram

If you’ve been searching for better ways to get in a workout at home, you aren’t alone. Check out these athletes’ home gyms and workout…

Written by Mary Murphy May 26, 2020

Mini Epics: 5 Ways to Create Big Adventure Near Home

You don’t need to travel far to have a lot of fun and scratch the adventure itch. This is how two professional adventure racers will…

Written by Chelsey Magness May 26, 2020

Is a Built-In Harness Better? Mammut Realization Shorts 2.0 Review

This is the freest-feeling setup for sport and competition climbing.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 11, 2020

Trad Climbing Armor: Black Diamond Solution Guide Harness Review

The Black Diamond Solution Guide Harness offers support, comfort, and extreme durability in a trad-specific harness.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 08, 2020

‘Prodigy of the Page’ Ashima Shiraishi Sends a New Problem: Writing a Children’s Book

‘How to Solve a Problem’ is as much a book about climbing as it is a mantra to prepare kids for a life of trials,…

Written by Adam Ruggiero May 05, 2020

Conquering Cotopaxi: Amputee Team Climbs Towering Active Volcano

A team of amputee mountaineers climbs one of South America’s most iconic and challenging peaks to raise money for others in need of prosthetics.

Written by Mary Murphy April 30, 2020

Famous Fitness: Your Favorite Athletes’ Workouts and Playlists

Even the biggest names in outdoor sports are in lockdown. But they’re still getting after it. Here’s how they’re working out and what they’re listening…

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 28, 2020