A Video Ode to the Nylon Climbing Rope
How are climbing ropes made? What can they do? (Answer: incredible things.) How do they do it? GearJunkie digs in, video essay style.
Ondra Spans the ‘Impossible’ in a Decade: Watch Two Hard Climbs
The world’s strongest climber needed a decade to send two routes he once deemed ‘impossible.’ Watch Adam Ondra manipulate reality in ‘Last Great Lines.’
Canada Ships Boulders Cross-Country for Flatlands Climbers
Come July 2022, a Canadian skatepark will be home to several 13-foot boulders. Calgary climbers, prepare your crashpads.
The Best Climbing Harnesses of 2022
We found the best climbing harnesses of 2022. Whether you’re sport climbing or mountaineering, we have you covered.
Meet the Texas Lady Crushers, Climbing’s Newest Women-Led Group
In the wake of a rapidly accelerating diversity, equity, and inclusion movement in the outdoors, the Texas Lady Crushers took on new meaning.
Olympic Gold Medalist Janja Garnbret Announces Break From Competition Climbing
After her latest gold medal, the 32-time IFSC winner surprised just about everybody by telling the world she’s taking some time off.
The Man’s Still Got It: Chris Sharma Onsights 5.14b
At 40 years old, the inimitable strongboi from Santa Cruz sent ‘V for Vendetta,’ 5.14b/8c, with no prior knowledge of the route. It’s his sixth onsight at the grade.
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Camping, Climbing, Canyoneering: Adventures in Kokopelli
One group of friends adventured to Arizona to tackle Kokopelli, a technical canyoneering route. Here’s what they found.
‘Record-Breaking’ Public Response Delays Contested Utah Gondola
A record 14,000 public comments halted progress on a controversial traffic mitigation project in Salt Lake City’s Little Cottonwood Canyon.
70-Year-Old Plans New Everest Route With No O2
Veteran mountaineer Marc Batard will attempt to climb a new route up the world’s tallest mountain without supplemental oxygen.
Vibin’ Out and Sendin’ Routes (or Boulders) With Brooke Raboutou
Allez! Brooke Raboutou climbed a slew of classic, mega-hard boulder problems in Ticino, Switzerland, this winter. This video rounds them up and chills them out.
Alex Honnold Climbing Tips: The (Free) Soloist Answers Your Questions
Watch the planet’s favorite untethered climber explain some basics at his level best in this Wired clip. Honnold issues direct, solid explanations with some entertaining bits.
The Incomparable Steeze: Sean Bailey’s Route to Climbing 5.15c
This short film by Outdoor Research skillfully knits together a handful of Bailey’s biggest sends leading up to ‘Bibliographie,’ 9a+/5.15c.
Check Out Adam Ondra’s First Ascent of a 5.14 Slab
Check out Ondra’s first ascent of “Diretta Italo Spagnola,” 5.14a, in Arco, Italy, a 5-degree slab route with allegedly “good holds!”
No More Free Streaming of Sport Climbing World Cups
Effective April 8, the deal between IFSC and Discovery Sports will place the bouldering, lead, and speed World Cups behind a paywall.
Climbing ‘Perfect Sandstone’ in France With Black Diamond’s Babsi Zangerl
In this Black Diamond short, follow along with climber Babsi Zangerl as she attempts one of the hardest trad routes in France.
Casio Pro Trek PRTB50-1: Your Wrist-Bound Adventure Guide
Casio launches the first of its Pro Trek series watches to include smartphone functionality.
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Big in Japan: Shinichiro Nomura Sends ‘Gakido’ V16
Shinichiro Nomura went all in for the send on ‘Gakido,’ a long-sought-after highball boulder problem in Japan.
Russian Climbing World Cup Rescheduled as IFSC Hands Out More Suspensions
Moscow lost its scheduled stop on the International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) World Cup Tour due to the country’s invasion of Ukraine.
‘What Else Can We Do That Scared Us?’ 4 Climbers Tap Into Their Drive
From the mindset when picking a route to the way a climber is choosing holds, to the feeling when reaching the top — hear from four athletes and why they climb.
New Yosemite Reservation Requirements for 2022: All You Need to Know
If you want to get into Yosemite National Park this summer, you’ll want to plan ahead. A new Yosemite reservation plan seeks to address growing congestion.
Ultimate Ice Tool? Trango Kestrel Review
Trango introduced the Kestrel ice tools last year, and they oozed the slickness made possible by carbon fiber. But did they perform when it counted?
Petzl GriGri Explained: Understanding This Fundamental Belay Device
The basics behind the Petzl GriGri, one of climbing’s most popular belay devices.
Jam-Packed Reel Rock 16 Is Almost Here; Get Discounted Tix Now
Reel Rock 16 is stacked: Alex Honnold, the Wide Boyz, Margo Hayes, Alex Johnson, and more headline the film spread. A celebratory premiere approaches.
Favorite Female: Hazel Findlay Climbs Her First 5.14d
On March 9, 2022, the inimitable Hazel Findlay became the second British female to sport climb 5.14d, on a route called “Esclatamasters.”
Roof Crawl: Stefano Ghisolfi Spiders 5.15b ‘L’Arenauta’
Watch Stefano Ghisolfi climb and claim the first ascent of ‘L’Arenauta,’ 5.15b/9a, a 20-year-old open project in Southern Italy.
Winter Storm Kills One Climber, Strands 23 Others on Ben Nevis
A 28-year-old climber fell more than 1,000 feet while attempting to summit the U.K.’s tallest peak on Tuesday, March 8, 2022.
First Ascent: 53-Year-Old Yuji Hirayama Sends 5.14d ‘Peaceful Mountain’
Yuji Hirayama is a 53-year-old climber from Japan who defies his age. The Japanese veteran just made the first ascent of ‘Peaceful Mountain,’ 5.14d.
Climbing Controversy: Behind the Decades-Long Conflict Roiling the Sport’s Elite
Clashes over climbing grades are as old as the sport itself. From Fred Rouhling to Adam Ondra, climbing has both vilified and lionized its icons. But why?
No Climbing Allowed: Mount Elbrus Off Limits to Americans
This week, the U.S. Embassy in Russia issued a Level 4 – Do Not Travel advisory for Mt. Elbrus, citing tension created by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine.
Mammut, AMGA Announce Second Annual Women’s Mountain Guide Scholarship
For the second year running, Mammut has partnered with the American Mountain Guides Association to support and increase representation of women in the outdoors — specifically the mountain guide community.
