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Valhalla: Edu Marín Builds ‘Sky of Rock,’ Longest Roof Route in History

‘Valhalla: Cielo de Roca’ stars Spanish climber Edu Marín in his feat to climb the longest roof in history.

Written by Mary Murphy October 02, 2020

First Ascent: Canadian Sends Hanging Boulder Problem

Miles Adamson set a new bouldering problem this week. He doubts anyone will want to repeat it.

Written by Mary Murphy October 01, 2020

‘The Titan Project’: Watch One Black Climber Ascend the Sport’s Ranks

Sabrina Chapman didn’t start climbing in childhood — not even close. But now she’s one of the top female and Black elite climbers in the…

Written by Mary Murphy September 28, 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

‘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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Patagonia Caliza: First Look at a Go-To Crag Pant

The Patagonia Caliza Rock Pants for women release in spring 2020. They’re comfortable, technical, and could soon become your go-to crag pant.

Written by Chelsey Magness October 02, 2019

Alex Honnold Strips Down for ESPN’s ‘Body Issue’

Climber Alex Honnold explains how he trained his body to be a world-class climber, then shows off his ripped physique for world-class photographers.

Written by Mallory Paige September 04, 2019

Watch: ’10 Things Alex Honnold Can’t Live Without’

From climbing shoes to noise-canceling headphones, these are climber Alex Honnold’s essentials.

Written by Mallory Paige September 03, 2019

Sabrina Chapman Crushing 5.13d: Help Fund Her Film

With less than 2 weeks to go and over $12,000 to raise, Melanin Base Camp’s Titan Project is racing against the finish line to create…

Written by Nicole Qualtieri August 30, 2019

Screaming Deals: Outdoor Gear Savings of the Week

This week’s screaming deals highlight the the Merrell Trail Glove 4, Patagonia Woolyester Fleece, Rylo Action Camera, and more.

Written by Mallory Paige August 28, 2019

Watch: Alex Honnold Answers Twitter Questions

Watch as the superhuman ‘Free Solo’ climber proves he can do a pullup and answers your burning rock climbing questions.

Written by Mallory Paige August 27, 2019

Why It’s Almost Impossible to Climb 15 Meters in 5 Seconds: Watch

Wired breaks down the Olympic format of speed climbing. Alex Honnold, Jordan Fishman, and a biomechanist star in this analytical look at rock climbing.

Written by Nate Mitka April 26, 2019

Sport Climbing Proposed for Paris 2024 Olympics

The Paris Organising Committee of the Olympic & Paralympic Games proposed adding sport climbing and bouldering to the 2024 Games, with a separate competition for speed climbing.…

Written by Nate Mitka February 21, 2019

For Women, By Women: TNF, AMGA Collaborate on First All-Female Rock Guide Course

The North Face sponsored the American Mountain Guide Association’s first guide course made specifically for women.

Written by Nate Mitka January 15, 2019

Watch: Adam Ondra Onsights 5.14c at Smith Rock

Adam Ondra climbs an incredibly difficult sport climbing route in one attempt. The 140-foot testpiece was America’s first 5.14c, set by Alan Watts, and had…

Written by GJ Staff December 21, 2018

Watch: 2008 Alex Honnold Documentary ‘Alone on the Wall’

Alex Honnold released his feature documentary about free soloing Half Dome and Moonlight Buttress on YouTube for free. Watch this if you miss the sweaty-palms feeling…

Written by GJ Staff November 19, 2018

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