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What are approach shoes? Our expert guide to these technical pieces of footwear
By Ross Taylor last updated
In store or on the web, you've perhaps wondered: what are approach shoes? Our experts go into what sets them apart from standard hikers

What to wear for rock climbing: a guide for beginners
By Julia Clarke last updated
We walk you through what to wear for rock climbing indoors and out so that you're comfortable, mobile and protected

Zamberlan El Cap RR approach shoes review: footwear that’s ready to rock
By Alex Foxfield published
We take to the rock in Zamberlan’s El Cap RR to asses how this Italian approach shoe fares on difficult scrambling terrain

What are crampons? We get to grips with these key pieces of mountain kit
By Matthew Jones last updated
What are crampons? We look at their heritage, consider their features, explain their ratings and take a look at correct crampon technique

Types of rock climbing shoes: our expert guide
By Julia Clarke last updated
We provide the beta on the three main types of rock climbing shoes, detailing the advantages and disadvantages of each, to help you choose out your next pair

Rock climbing gear list: an expert guide to the 12 essentials
By Julia Clarke last updated
Our rock climbing gear list covers everything you need as a beginner plus extra kit for once you start getting more ambitious with the grades

Unparallel Up Lace climbing shoes review: stiff soles ensure confidence on small edges and when smearing
By Jessie Leong published
Ideal for limestone cragging, the Unparallel Up Lace climbing shoes are versatile, precise and great on vertical terrain

Patagonia's Worn Wear Climb tour is coming to patch up your favorite gear at the crag
By Cat Ellis published
The rolling repair shop is touring European climbing spots

The best approach shoes: for alpine adventures, via ferrata, scrambling, and more
By Alex Foxfield last updated
The best approach shoes bridge the gap between climbing and hiking shoes, allowing hikers to get a little bolder and climbers to save their tightest shoes for the hardest routes
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