Climbing

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

Osprey Archeon 45 Review: Environmentally Friendly, Working-Class Gear-Hauler

With a simple but versatile design, the Osprey Archeon backpack should appeal to hikers, overnight campers, and climbers alike.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 23, 2020

How a Refugee Found Safety in Climbing

In this brief film from Merrell, we hear a refugee’s story of being born abroad, moving to a new country, and finding her sense of…

Written by Mary Murphy April 16, 2020

Rock-Proof Jacket: Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody Review

We reviewed the new Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody jacket while climbing, hiking, and biking. After 8 months of testing, it’s proved to be a durable…

Written by Jake Ferguson & Zach Burton April 16, 2020

Five Ten Grandstone Climbing Shoe Review: High-Performance High-Top

The Five Ten Grandstone is an all-day trad climbing shoe with a touch of sportiness.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 15, 2020

Best Buddy for Small Cracks: Wild Country Zero Friend Cam Review

High quality, wide range, and a narrow head — Wild Country launches a formidable small-crack weapon.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 15, 2020

Stripped Away: How Cancer Led This Climber to Embrace a New Sport

This short film is full of great storytelling: It’s pensive, deep, and immersive. But it’s part of a much greater story.

Written by Mary Murphy April 13, 2020

Watch REEL ROCK 14: Great Climbing Films to Binge Now

REEL ROCK 14 debuted a slew of amazing films, and now you can watch them from the comfort of your home.

Written by Mary Murphy April 10, 2020

Watch a Young Yvon Chouinard, Doug Tompkins Star in a Dirtbag Classic

Patagonia released the full 1968 ‘Mountain of Storms’ film on its YouTube channel.

Written by Adam Ruggiero April 09, 2020

Belay Glasses: Who Needs Them and Which to Buy

It’s an eternal debate among climbers: When it comes to comfort versus practicality, are belay glasses worth it?

Written by Emma Renly April 08, 2020

Adrian Ballinger: Now Is Not the Time to Backcountry Ski

The Mount Everest-summiting legend and CEO of Alpenglow Expeditions explains why now is not the time to risk backcountry skiing.

Written by Adrian Ballinger April 07, 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

Sky Piercers: An Epic Attempt to Ski New Zealand’s Tallest Mountain

Four skiers from across the world take on the ultimate adventure on Mount Cook in this film.

Written by Mary Murphy April 03, 2020

How to Buy Local (and Score a Deal) During the Coronavirus Pandemic

Keep mom-and-pop gear shops in business and get great deals when you buy from specialty retailers that have shuttered their shops but are still shipping.

Written by Berne Broudy March 27, 2020

Celebrated Greek Climber Michalis Tsoukias Dies from Coronavirus

A genius visionary and world-famous mountaineer has just died of COVID-19.

Written by Mary Murphy March 26, 2020

Stay Climbing Fit at Home: This Pro Shows You How

Looking for online workout inspiration? Start with legendary climber Lynn Hill’s fitness tips.

Written by Mary Murphy March 25, 2020

10 Inspiring Adventure Films to Watch Now

Looking for a feel-good flick? We’ve rounded up 10 of our favorite adventure movies and documentaries that are sure to inspire.

Written by Mallory Paige March 18, 2020

Stay Fit at Home With These 3 Deceptively Simple Workouts

This German YouTuber shares tips for climbers and boulderers who want to get fit outside of the climbing gym. If you’re stuck indoors, try these awesome…

Written by Mary Murphy March 16, 2020

We Just Tried TNF’s Most ‘Advanced Mountaineering Kit’ Yet

The North Face introduced the Advanced Mountaineering Kit at the Outdoor Retailer show last month, and it blew our minds. We got a first look…

Written by Sean McCoy March 13, 2020

Is My Workout Still Safe? How Coronavirus Is Changing Gyms

With the ongoing novel coronavirus outbreaks and new cases popping up in the U.S., gyms across the country are changing their policies.

Written by Mary Murphy March 12, 2020

Coronavirus Kills Everest: China Shuts Down Tibet Climbs

Over fears of an outbreak of COVID-19 around base camp, China halted all Everest expeditions from the north side of the mountain.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 11, 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

Trad Pack With a Twist: Mountain Hardwear Crag Wagon 45 Review

This burly, haul bag-style pack is ideal for trad climbing.

Written by Seiji Ishii March 03, 2020

Review: Arc’teryx Resurrects Iconic Nuclei FL Belay Parka

The famed Arc’teryx minimalist belay parka returns.

Written by Seiji Ishii March 02, 2020

Comfortable and Competition-Ready: Black Diamond’s airNET Harness

Black Diamond collaborated with rock climbing superstar Adam Ondra and other athletes to develop a lightweight, competition-ready harness.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 27, 2020

Snowfall Ends Sherpa Climbers’ Winter Everest Attempt

Recent heavy snowfall on Everest forced a team of Sherpa climbers to abandon their winter summit expedition. Nobody has reached the summit in winter since…

Written by Mary Murphy February 27, 2020

Depression Confessional: Finding New (Old) Life Outdoors

GearJunkie’s ‘How I Stay Fit’ series has seriously inspired me to renew my pursuit of fitness outside. My self-imposed isolation indoors is coming to a…

Written by Alex Kirk February 25, 2020

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