Colorado Climbers Break 20-Year Speed Record on ‘Casual Route’
The previous speed climbing record on The Casual Route stood untouched since 1999.
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 to the crag and realizing that you forgot that one piece of essential gear!
The Best Climbing Shoes of 2020
From trad climbing to pockets to bouldering, the best climbing shoes just keep getting better. Read on for our 2020 picks.
Cliffhanger: What a ‘Life in the Vertical’ Is All About
Climber and photographer Julie Ellison explores how a small subset of athletes turned their pastime into a professional sport and worldwide phenomenon.
The 5 Best Outdoor Films on Disney+
We found the best outdoor documentaries to watch on Disney+. Sign up and start streaming now.
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 of the most important of our time.
The Best Women’s Climbing Pants of 2020
After months of testing, we found the best women’s climbing pants for every style and budget. Suit up and climb on.
The Best Climbing Harnesses for Women in 2020
We tested and reviewed the best climbing harnesses for women, including top picks from Black Diamond, Petzl, Metolius, and more.
The Best Women’s Climbing Shoes of 2020
We tested and reviewed the best women’s climbing shoes of 2020, including picks from La Sportiva, Five Ten, SCARPA, and more.
Watch 2 Athletes Climb K2 Without Supplemental Oxygen
Is K2 the world’s most dangerous mountain? Without oxygen, it definitely could be.
Alex Honnold to Join Las Vegas Protests Tonight
‘I’m still a U.S. citizen and I still feel compelled to act toward a more just society,’ Honnold said.
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 some of the widest.
Best Outdoor Gear Deals of the Week
This week’s gear deals highlight running shoes, camping gear, and more.
China Seizes First Everest Summits of 2020
Did you think that Mount Everest was closed for the season? You’re not alone. But a handful of climbers have already summited Mount Everest in 2020, and more are waiting in the wings.
Our Favorite Home Gyms and Athlete Workouts on Instagram
If you’ve been searching for better ways to get in a workout at home, you aren’t alone. Check out these athletes’ home gyms and workout routines for inspiration.
Mini Epics: 5 Ways to Create Big Adventure Near Home
You don’t need to travel far to have a lot of fun and scratch the adventure itch. This is how two professional adventure racers will keep the fun going this summer.
Is a Built-In Harness Better? Mammut Realization Shorts 2.0 Review
This is the freest-feeling setup for sport and competition climbing.
Trad Climbing Armor: Black Diamond Solution Guide Harness Review
The Black Diamond Solution Guide Harness offers support, comfort, and extreme durability in a trad-specific harness.
‘Prodigy of the Page’ Ashima Shiraishi Sends a New Problem: Writing a Children’s Book
‘How to Solve a Problem’ is as much a book about climbing as it is a mantra to prepare kids for a life of trials, tribulations, and triumphs.
Conquering Cotopaxi: Amputee Team Climbs Towering Active Volcano
A team of amputee mountaineers climbs one of South America’s most iconic and challenging peaks to raise money for others in need of prosthetics.
Famous Fitness: Your Favorite Athletes’ Workouts and Playlists
Even the biggest names in outdoor sports are in lockdown. But they’re still getting after it. Here’s how they’re working out and what they’re listening to for motivation.
Osprey Archeon 45 Review: Environmentally Friendly, Working-Class Gear-Hauler
With a simple but versatile design, the Osprey Archeon backpack should appeal to hikers, overnight campers, and climbers alike.
The Best Rope Bags for Every Climber
A great rope bag will protect the cord that protects your life. This article will help you find the best climbing rope bag for your needs.
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 place.
Rock-Proof Jacket: Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody Review
We reviewed the new Arc’teryx Proton LT Hoody jacket while climbing, hiking, and biking. After 8 months of testing, it’s proved to be a durable yet still breathable and lightweight jacket.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Watch a Young Yvon Chouinard, Doug Tompkins Star in a Dirtbag Classic
Patagonia released the full 1968 ‘Mountain of Storms’ film on its YouTube channel.
Belay Glasses: Who Needs Them and Which to Buy
It’s an eternal debate among climbers: When it comes to comfort versus practicality, are belay glasses worth it?
