Climbing

Rock Climbing Shoes for the 2021 Olympic Games

Shoe brands flex technology and design muscle to give Olympic rock climbers an edge.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 25, 2020

Best Beta Tool Yet? Climbers Create 3D Crag Maps

A new platform called Climb Assist creates a whole new way for climbers to discover beta.

Written by Mary Murphy February 20, 2020

An 870-Stair Approach: This Limestone Climbing Is Insane

Follow along as Jonathan Siegrist climbs some of the most difficult routes in China.

Written by Mary Murphy February 19, 2020

Alex Honnold’s Van Life Essentials

Renowned climber Alex Honnold has lived in a van for years. From protein to crash pads, here’s how he keeps van life simple and comfortable.

Written by Morgan Tilton February 17, 2020

‘Dirtbag’ Training Session? How to Merge Climbing and Fitness at Home

One climber is determined to make climbing at home easier with this minimal-equipment lattice training program.

Written by Mary Murphy February 04, 2020

Monster Precision: Five Ten Dragon Climbing Shoe Review

A precise and oh so sticky tool for the difficult and steep, meet the vastly improved Dragon climbing shoe from Five Ten.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 04, 2020

A Climber’s Dream: Send a Project in Your Sleep

‘Climb Your Dreams’ is a short climbing film about a climber and his greater role in the outdoor community: as a person of color, a…

Written by Mary Murphy January 31, 2020

All-Star Debut: Black Diamond Technician Approach Shoe Review

Best known for its hardgoods, Black Diamond knocks it out of the park with its first swing at everyday, performance footwear.

Written by Seiji Ishii January 22, 2020

Trad Trousers: Pants These 6 Climbers Swear By

Whether you’re looking for specific rock climbing pant brands or just budget ideas on how to dress for crag success, our climbers’ favorite pant picks…

Written by Emma Renly January 21, 2020

Pockets, Pinches, Pain: ‘Everyday’ Climbers Crush Monster Routes

Want to know what it’s like to send some of the hardest climbing routes in Spain? Watch this short film to find out.

Written by Mary Murphy January 20, 2020

‘The Accident’: Emily Harrington, Adrian Ballinger Recount Near-Fatal Fall

Hear renowned climbers Emily Harrington and Adrian Ballinger recount the day Harrington fell climbing Yosemite’s El Capitan.

Written by Adam Ruggiero January 02, 2020

Climbing Daggers: Jackson Marvell Sends Untouched Ice

Heinous, fun, crazy: A new film, ‘Give Me Back My Bullets,’ follows climber Jackson Marvell as he seeks out the coolest, most unconventional climbs in…

Written by Mary Murphy December 30, 2019

‘Pretty Strong’: Kickstarted Climbing Film Debuts Trailer

‘Pretty Strong’ is a climbing film about women, by women, and for everyone. And you can watch the trailer now.

Written by Mary Murphy December 17, 2019

100 Peaks, No Gas: Skier Greg Hill Takes a Fuel-Free Adventure

Follow Greg Hill in ‘Electric Greg’ as he attempts to summit 100 peaks using only human power and electricity for transportation.

Written by Mary Murphy December 04, 2019

Sticky Slipper: Boreal Ninja Climbing Shoe Review

Impeccable fit and improved rubber combine to make Boreal’s best climbing shoe yet.

Written by Seiji Ishii December 04, 2019

Cyber Week Sales Happening Now: Best Outdoor Gear Deals of 2019

We found the best Black Friday deals of 2019. Shop these online sales to get discounts on outdoor, camping, travel, and adventure gear. Happy savings.

Written by Mallory Paige & Mary Murphy November 29, 2019

Carabiner Beauty: Handmade Climbing Jewelry You Need to Check Out

If you can’t look at a cam or carabiner without feeling inspired, you need to check out these unique pieces of wearable art.

Written by Emma Renly November 27, 2019

Emily Harrington Injured on El Cap, Honnold and Ballinger Help Evacuate

Pro climber Emily Harrington took a ‘bad fall’ on El Cap over the weekend. Fortunately, she had an all-star crew to get her to safety.

Written by Adam Ruggiero November 26, 2019

New Alpine Gold Standard? Hyperlite Mountain Gear Prism Near Perfect

Hyperlite Mountain Gear has brought its new Prism alpine climbing pack to the market, and it’s about as perfect as a pack can get. We…

Written by Alex Hansen November 15, 2019

First Look: Sweet Protection Ascender Helmet to Climb Snow or Rock, Ski Down

Certified for both downhill skiing and mountaineering, the Sweet Protection Ascender is an all-around helmet for those who earn their turns.

Written by Sean McCoy November 12, 2019

4 Women-Owned Climbing Businesses Making the Sport Better

Funky designs? Check. Fresh ideas for climbers? Check. Female-founded? Check again.

Written by Emma Renly November 08, 2019

Stuck on a Portaledge: ‘The Mentor’ Film Is Emotional Climbing

Marcus Garcia is on a mission to climb a route dedicated to his late mentor — and viewers get to watch the story unfold on…

Written by Mary Murphy November 07, 2019

Movement Gym Joins El Cap, Expands America’s Largest Climbing Network

Movement Climbing + Fitness just joined umbrella company El Cap, our country’s largest climbing gym network.

Written by Mary Murphy November 06, 2019

‘Dundee’ Brings Laughter to Climbing Film Culture

Full of intense music, the ‘Dundee’ climbing film trailer is misleading — it’s actually a parody film trailer for a movie that doesn’t exist.

Written by Mary Murphy November 01, 2019

World’s Tallest Climbing Wall Opens This Month

CLYMB Abu Dhabi will challenge climbers with a 140-foot wall — in the same facility as the world’s widest skydiving chamber.

Written by Adam Ruggiero October 30, 2019

Epic Record Set: Nirmal Purja Just Completed an Alpine Masterpiece

Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja broke an incredible mountaineering record: summiting the world’s 14 peaks over 8,000 m in one season.

Written by Mary Murphy October 28, 2019

‘Spider-Woman’ Breaks 7 Seconds in Speed Climbing Record

Rahayu set a new women’s speed climbing record at 6.995 seconds, also being the first woman to break the 7 second mark. And she did…

Written by Mary Murphy October 23, 2019

6 Great Female-Focused Adventure Films

A growing number of female filmmakers, directors, producers, and subjects are broadening outdoor narratives on screen.

Written by Morgan Tilton October 18, 2019

La Sportiva TX Guide Review: The Most Runnable Approach Shoe

The La Sportiva TX Guide is at home on both flat terrain and near-vertical crags. It’s a great choice for fast-and-light hikers on technical terrain.

Written by Cory Smith October 18, 2019

Documentary Film to Tell Bobby Kennedy Mountaineering Story

REI, Eddie Vedder, and 1091 Media collaborate on the ‘Return to Mount Kennedy’ documentary. The film will feature exclusive footage of the original 1965 journey…

Written by Mary Murphy October 07, 2019

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