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‘Brothers Of Climbing’ Group Spreads Message Of Inclusivity
‘Black people don’t climb’ is a phrase members of Brothers of Climbing hear all the time. They challenge that misconception with the reply ‘you can do this.’
First Look: Petzl ‘Anti-Panic’ GRIGRI+ Belay Device
Petzl Introduces the newest member of the GRIGRI family, the GRIGRI+. We got a chance to try it at one of the world’s foremost climbing gyms.
First Ascent Of Infamous ‘Nipple Route’ Thwarted By Love
This video about a feud between baby climbers, and its unexpected resolution, is as silly as it is hilarious.
Super Friction: Edelrid ‘Mega Jul’ Belay Device Review
Durable and multifunctional, Edelrid’s Mega Jul belay device makes belaying rock climbers safer and more efficient.
Meet The World’s Most Fantastical New Climbing Gyms
Imagine Ninja Warrior meets climbing gym meets video game, and you have Clip ‘N Climb.
Meet The Maker: Organic Climbing, Made In The USA
Organic Climbing’s American-made crash pads, chalk bags, and backpacks will last a very long time.
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.
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Climb This Tiny Home
It’s just 28 feet long and less than 15 feet high, but this might be the most unusual climbing wall you ever see.
‘Hotel In Alps’ Is Surreal Mountain Retreat
You take the helicopter, we’ll take the hard way.
Reckless Advertising: Alex Honnold’s Free Solo Speed-Climb
Alex Honnold’s latest viral video is wildly entertaining, but it dramatically dismisses the danger of free-solo climbing for the inexperienced.
Top Of Its Class: Petzl SITTA Review
A climbing harness with zero foam padding, super strong Spectra fibers, and near weightlessness. Meet the Petzl SITTA.
(Extra) Ordinary Teen: Ashima Shiraishi
Most of us will never tackle a V15 problem, much less solve it. But we’ve all dealt with the realities of school, prom, and being a teenager. Ashima Shiraishi is no different.
Toughest Climbing Pack: Dyneema 2400 Porter Reviewed
Made from fabric that is ‘stronger than steel,’ the Hyperlite Dyneema 2400 Porter is light, streamlined, and just about perfect – except for the price.
Mount Everest: China To Invest Millions In Massive Facility
Everest’s north side is getting a new facility intended to improve tourism, safety, and respect on the mountain.
The Dawn Wall Goes Free…Again!
Adam Ondra successfully completed the last pitches of the world’s hardest big wall climb, the Dawn Wall.
‘Seven Sins’ Of Indoor Climbing
Indoor winter climbing is upon us. To make the best of the long, dark months ahead, avoid these seven sins at gym.
Get High In Bed: How To Acclimatize At Home
When Adrian Ballinger and Emily Harrington climbed 8,188-meter Cho Oyu in a single ‘lightning’ push last month, they cut out traditional acclimatization entirely. This is how.
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.
‘Climber Wedding’ Video A Touching Tribute To Love
Love conquers all, even 5.10b. Grab a tissue for this beautiful tribute to everlasting love.
‘Everest Air’ Chronicles First-Of-Its-Kind Rescue Team
A team of Sherpas works to save lives high on Mount Everest. This first-of-its-kind rescue operation is the subject of new reality TV show, Everest Air.
V17: The Hardest ‘Problem’ In Rock Climbing
Nalle Hukkataival on Sunday, October 23, sent his project 3 1/2 years in the making, titled Burden of Dreams. He suggests a V17 grade (9a), the world’s first.
Czech Climber Moving Quickly Up ‘Dawn Wall’
Adam Ondra is a phenomenal climber. But will his superb athleticism and sport climbing skills be enough to match the world’s hardest big wall in his first visit to Yosemite Valley?
Drill it! Ice Climbers Have New Screw Tool
Sport climbers have long used cordless drills to place bolts in rock. Now, ice climbers can harness the same concept with Fast Ice, a screw-placing power tool.
Dream Big, Train Hard, Win $9,000 Adventure
Name your mountain sports dream, train, and share everyday, and you could win gear and $9,000 from Dynafit to make the trip a reality.
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‘Lightning Ascent’ Of Himalayan Peak Is 8,000-Meter Record
In unprecedented speed, Adrian Ballinger and Emily Harrington summited the world’s sixth-highest peak today (Saturday, Oct. 1), just ten days after leaving their home in California.
Try ‘Augmented Reality’ Climbing Wall For Goofy Fun
Use your body for a pong paddle or climb ‘augmented routes’ with this bouldering wall coupled to a computer-controlled projector.
New & Niche: Cool New Climbing Gear For 2017
For 2017, keep your eyes peeled for more gym-centric products, women’s-specific shoes, and kids selections.
Adventure Filmmaker? Start Here
Make films and love outdoors adventure? Reel Rock Film Fest co-creator Peter Mortimer tells us how you to get started in the biz.
Trailer: ‘Reel Rock 11’ Full Of Crimps, Whippers, Booms
Rock climbers get stoked. Reel Rock 11 is coming with five films featured at hundreds of shows around the world starting this month.
Antique Gear List: Climbers In 1942 Were Tougher Than Nails
Mountaineering ain’t like it used to be. Climbing a mountain is never easy, but can you believe how hard it was in 1942?!
Climbing (and Filming) ‘Into The Crater’ On Mount St. Helens
The challenge: Climb a major Pacific Northwest peak (in this case a volcano) and capture it on film, including a look into the crater on Mount St. Helens.
