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The Birthplace of American Sport Climbing: The Story of Smith Rock

Smith Rock, one of the world’s most iconic sport climbing destinations, wasn’t always bolted sport climbing paradise. This is the story of Alan Watts, Smith…

Written by GJ Staff February 22, 2018

Knit Comfort: Black Diamond’s First Climbing Shoe Reviewed

The Black Diamond Momentum wears like a sock (in a good way) and still holds up to climbing steep terrain. We put this comfy rock…

Written by Nate Mitka October 04, 2017

Adam Ondra Sends ‘Silence,’ World’s Toughest Sport Climb

On September 3rd, 2017, Adam Ondra successfully climbed ‘Silence’, a proposed 5.15d, the hardest rated climb in the world.

Written by Nate Mitka September 05, 2017

Pop (Way) Up: Apparel Store Hands Out Gear On Cliff Face

37.5 opened the ‘World’s Most Remote Pop-Up’ on Eldorado Canyon’s Bastille Wall, 300 feet above the deck.

Written by Adam Ruggiero August 30, 2017

Recycled Rubber Sticks: La Sportiva Mythos Eco Review

With 95 percent recycled components, including the rubber, the La Sportiva Mythos Eco stand out as a perfectly functional climbing shoe for the eco-conscious climber.

Written by Nate Mitka July 21, 2017

Sketchy Trad Fall Will Make Your Palms Sweat

Two pieces of protection in roughly 30 feet placed by a novice. Will they hold?

Written by GJ Staff June 26, 2017

This Rock Climbing Paradise Is Only Accessible by Boat

Pristine, isolated wilderness and high-quality granite sport climbing come together on the border of Canada and Minnesota. Welcome to the crag called Jeff’s World.

Written by Nate Mitka May 25, 2017

First Look: Black Diamond’s Beefy Mid-Range Rope For All Climbers

The FullDry 9.6 is both heavier and burlier than average, making it an excellent all-around cord. We put the 70-meter version to the test.

Written by GJ Staff March 31, 2017

Watch: First Female Ascent Of 5.14c In Red River Gorge

Every single weekend of her college life, Michaela Kiersch drove seven hours south to Red River Gorge, Kentucky for a shot at her 5.14c project.

Written by GJ Staff February 20, 2017

Love At First Send: Butora Acro Climbing Shoe Review

The Acro rock climbing shoes from Butora have become my new favorite shoe for hard boulder problems and short, steep sport climbing routes. Here’s why.

Written by Jake Ferguson December 30, 2016

One Man’s Method: High-Altitude Mountaineering to 5.13 Rock

Adrian Ballinger is one of the most accomplished big-mountain alpinists, ever. Now he’s shifting his focus to try and climb 5.13.

Written by Alex Kurt October 28, 2016

Retro Climbers’ Short-Shorts Are Back For 2016

Check out the old-school daisy-duke climbing shorts.

Written by Adam Ruggiero March 31, 2016

Meet The 19-Year-Old Blowing Up The Climbing World

What’s the secret of up-and-coming rock climber Nathaniel Coleman? The middle splits and the ‘power of the psych.’

Written by Sean McCoy February 22, 2016

The Man Who’s Climbed Devils Tower 2,000 Times

Frank Sanders has guided climbers up Devil’s Tower for 47 years. This film captures a wonderfully unique character in the world of climbing.

Written by Sean McCoy October 15, 2015

12-Part Video Series: AMGA Climbing Fundamentals

These 12 brief videos are a nice refresher for climbers wanting to hone their knowledge of climbing fundamentals.

Written by Sean McCoy July 06, 2015

‘Sublime’ Promises To Be Your Last Crag Brush

The Sublime Climbing crag brush is tough, firm, and larger than your average toothbrush.

Written by Eric Lemke June 13, 2015

Five Ten Rogue VCS Women’s Climbing Shoes Review

A climber review’s the Five Ten Rogue VCS, a comfortable all around climbing shoe with leather last.

Written by Sean McCoy June 02, 2015

Map Voids: Climbing Patagonia’s Avellano Towers

A team of climbers heads to these wild, rugged and remote Patagonian spires.

Written by Sean McCoy May 11, 2015

Kevin Jorgeson Interview: Night Climbing The Dawn Wall

Kevin Jorgeson discusses gear and motivations that led to success on the Dawn Wall.

Written by Sean McCoy April 21, 2015

Jugs To Slopers: Common Rock Climbing Holds, Explained

Climbing has some great jargon. Enjoy this pun-filled, visual dictionary of common climbing holds.

Written by Sean McCoy April 14, 2015

Climb 300-Foot Spire In Drone Footage

This monolith in Savoie, France looks like a really fun climb.

Written by Sean McCoy April 02, 2015

Rock Climbing In Turkey. A Return Home

A love story of country, climbing, and music.

Written by Eric Lemke March 16, 2015

Women Set Speed Record On ‘The Nose’

Libby Sauter and Mayan Smith-Gobat are blazing fast.

Written by Sean McCoy February 12, 2015

Rock Climbing Bears, No Gear Needed

Watch this video of a momma black bear and her cub scaling a rock wall in Mexico.

Written by Sean McCoy April 29, 2014

‘Absolutely Gripped.’ Video Reveals Insane, 1500′ Free Solo Climb On Mexican Cliff

“No rope, nothing but hands and feet — a slip-you-die face and he lived to tell the tale…”

Written by Stephen Regenold February 08, 2014

100 Glowsticks And A Vertical Cliff Make For Crazy Climbing Scene

This photographer coaxed his friends into wearing glowsticks and climbing at night. His camera soaked in long exposures (three to five minutes) to capture the…

Written by Stephen Regenold April 09, 2013

Climb a peak, Paraglide off summit. And repeat

This just-released video highlights speed alpinist Ueli Steck conquering three peaks in the Alps in a single day. A paraglider is key to accomplishing the…

Written by Patrick Murphy March 27, 2013

What We’re Watching: REEL ROCK 7

Rope up and get ready to climb. The traveling REEL ROCK 7 film fest is coming to a city near you. The three-minute trailer posted…

Written by Patrick Murphy September 13, 2012

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