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The Best Climbing Shoes of 2024

Aside from the ice climbers, mountaineers, and Charles Albert, every climber needs a pair of reliable climbing shoes.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Matt Bento November 19, 2024

The Best Women’s Climbing Shoes of 2024

We tested and reviewed the best women’s climbing shoes of 2024, including picks from La Sportiva, SCARPA, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton & Miya Tsudome November 14, 2024

No Edge, No Problem for Indoor Climbing: La Sportiva Mantra Review

The La Sportiva Mantra proved to be a super soft, pliable, and sensitive shoe for indoor climbing. For pumping plastic, it’s a top choice.

Written by Seiji Ishii November 11, 2024

How to Save a Climbing Area? Look at Red River Gorge

The improvement to access in Red River Gorge shows the importance of combining climbers, land owners, the Access Fund, and politicians.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 31, 2024

Climbing Duo Crushes 4 Big Walls in a Day

After breaking one of climbing’s most impressive records this month, Michael Vaill and Tanner Wanish proved they had more to do in Yosemite Valley.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 28, 2024

‘Dam’ Fine Climbing! Watch Dizzying Red Bull Comp

The third annual climbing competition once again challenges Olympic climbers to compete on a 720-foot-tall Swiss dam.

Written by Andrew McLemore October 28, 2024

Tanner Wanish and Michael Vaill Break Hallowed Yosemite Triple Crown Record

News from Yosemite Valley: Tanner Wanish and Michael Vaill break one of the most iconic Triple Crown records ever.

Written by Seiji Ishii October 21, 2024

Watch How Alex Honnold Becomes a Weekend Warrior in Yosemite

Watch as Alex Honnold teams up with Connor Herson to make the most of a weekend in Yosemite Valley. The two weekend warriors knocked off…

Written by Seiji Ishii September 25, 2024

Super Pliable and Sticky for Pumping Plastic: SCARPA Veloce L Climbing Shoe Review

The SCARPA Veloce L is soft and sticky and proved that an indoor-specific climbing shoe can make a significant difference.

Written by Seiji Ishii September 17, 2024

Step Up From Your Beginner Climbing Shoe: Tenaya Oasi LV Review

The Tenaya Oasi and Oasi LV proved to be a great choice for the climber moving beyond the beginner ranks. It’s also a good value.

Written by Seiji Ishii September 05, 2024

The Best Women’s Climbing Pants of 2024

After months of testing, we found the best women’s climbing pants for every style and budget. Suit up and climb on.

Written by Chelsey Magness and Katie Griffith August 27, 2024

Move Over, GRIGRI — The Edelrid Pinch Is the New Belay Device in Town

The Edelrid Pinch is a much-anticipated assisted braking belay device. Read our review to see why it’s our climbing editor’s first choice.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 13, 2024

Rock Climbing Will Never Be the Same: Chalkless Keeps Hands Dry With a Single Application

Chalkless claims its weightless, almost invisible dust keeps hands dry with a single application. Watch this video to see if it’s true.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 09, 2024

Performance and Durability in One Great Sport Climbing Shoe: Ocún Sigma Review

Ocún may not be a well-known climbing brand in the U.S., but the performance and durability of its Sigma rock shoe deserves attention.

Written by Mary Andino August 09, 2024

Watch Epic Rescue of Injured Black Canyon Climber

Watch this riveting short film documenting one of the most daring rescues in the history of Colorado climbing.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 24, 2024

A Precise, Supportive, Light-on-the-Foot All-Arounder: SCARPA Arpia V Climbing Shoe Review

The SCARPA Arpia V proved to be a great all-around intermediate shoe adept at both gym climbing and outdoor cragging.

Written by Matt Samet July 17, 2024

Free Climbing: Gym Chain Offers Free Entry, Classes, and Rentals on Saturday, July 13

Saturday, July 13, is Global Climbing Day. Climb for free and join in the festivities at a Movement Climbing, Yoga, and Fitness location near you.

Written by Seiji Ishii July 12, 2024

Recyclable Climbing Holds: What Sustainable Indoor Climbing Can Look Like

Millions of holds end up in dumpsters annually. Here’s a rundown on the past, current, and future of recyclable climbing holds.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 27, 2024

Kid-Friendly, Climber-Approved: The ‘Via Ferrata’ Experience

Via ferrata isn’t a mainstream activity here, but it’s catching on. And for good reason: it’s an ideal way to introduce kids to the alpine.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 17, 2024

Metolius Roll Up Stick Clip Review: A High-Tech, Ingenious, but Expensive Solution to Sketchy First Bolts

The Metolius Roll Up Stick Clip is the most compact and ingenious stick clip ever devised, but it comes at a high cost.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 11, 2024

Beyond the GRIGRI: Petzl Launches Neox Assisted Belay Device for Lead Climbing

Petzl announces the new Neox assisted-braking belay device today, touting it as optimized for lead climbing.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 04, 2024

Blind Climber Completes Historic Trad Ascent on Devils Tower

Jesse Dufton completed the first blind trad lead on Devils Tower last week. He proclaimed it ‘the hardest trad route I’ve completed to date.’

Written by Seiji Ishii May 28, 2024

Fatal Indoor Climbing Accident Claims Life of Gym Worker

An experienced rock climber and longtime climbing gym employee fell this his death in the facility he worked in for over 20 years.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 24, 2024

Sport Climbing in the 2024 Paris Olympics: Qualifying Explained

The road to the sport climbing events in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games is long and convoluted. Here’s our explainer.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 20, 2024

5 First Ascents: TNF Athlete Travels Brazil on Quest for New Routes

Felipe and Bruno Camargo travel across their home of South America making a series of first ascents and climbing the continent’s first 5.15 (9a+) —…

Written by Will Brendza May 09, 2024

Learn From the Best Pro Climbers: Arc’teryx Climb Academy Opens Today

Learn from the sport’s best in iconic Squamish, B.C., Canada. Registration opens today for the 2024 Arc’teryx Climb Academy.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 09, 2024

Queer Ascent: Arc’teryx Offers LGBTQ Climbing Weekend

The weekend of Queer Ascent events includes a Saturday night performance from drag queen Pattie Gonia. (And yes, it’s sold out already.)

Written by Andrew McLemore May 08, 2024

Finally, a Climbing Shoe for Most of Us: Evolv V6 Review

The Evolv V6 has the attributes that help intermediate climbers advance. It’s the bouldering and sport climbing shoe for most of us.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 15, 2024

Going at It From a Different Angle: Remote Clip Horizontally With the Pongoose Stick Clip

The Pongoose Stick Clip holds the quickdraw horizontally, making it easier to see the bolt hanger. Finally, a better way to remote clip!

Written by Seiji Ishii February 16, 2024

Iconic Bad Boy of Climbing Set for Silver Screen, Ethan Hawke and Daniel Radcliffe to Star

Warren Harding liked to drink, party, and rock climb — often at the same time. His landmark ascent of El Cap in 1970 will now…

Written by Andrew McLemore February 15, 2024

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