Master Your Fear of Falling in Five Easy Steps
It’s natural to fear falling—it’s one of the few inborn, intuitive fears we all share, a protective mechanism meant to […]
Sport Climbing Guides
What Is a Gaston in Climbing?
From gendarme and pitch to jug to crimp, the sport of climbing is rife with complex jargon, terms that are
Climbing Technique Toolbox: Crimping
Climbing on gigantic, bucket-like jugs, or as I call it, “glory climbing,” is mega fun and makes you feel absolutely
The Climber’s Most Important Tool: The Belay Device
A falling climber is an inevitability of rock climbing– messing up beta, holds breaking off outside, endless pump, and practice
Climbing Technique Toolbox: Heel Hooks
If you’ve been rock climbing for a while, you’re probably familiar with the heel hook. Although relatively simple on the
An Intro to Climbing Anchors
If you begin to delve into roped climbing styles like sport or traditional (trad), you will inevitably begin interacting with
Tope Rope Climbing: Learn How to Rock Climb
Top rope may not be the most glamorous form of rock climbing, but it’s the first step in the journey
Climbing Technique Toolbox: The Kneebar
Rock climbing is rarely solely about sheer strength. Yes, having strength helps you climb, but even the strongest climbers worldwide
Best of: Rock Climbing Destinations in Spain
If you’ve ever considered taking a climbing trip to Spain, you’re on to something– this small European country has some
The Ultimate Guide to Climbing in Catalunya
It’s well known that Spain is heaven on earth for rock climbers. Warm weather, wine, and the balmy Mediterranean only