Latest rock climbing gear news
How to choose climbing shoes: expert advice on what to consider
When it comes to choosing climbing shoes, the choice is overwhelming: here’s our expert guide to getting hold of the right pair
Ground-breaking robotic surgery helps climber back to his feet, and up mountains!
Once unable to walk, this avid climber is now scaling the Dolomites thanks to some cutting edge surgery
How to start sea cliff climbing: our 7-step guide
Our straightforward guide on how to start sea cliff climbing, including its unique challenges and the equipment you’ll need
What to wear for rock climbing: a guide for beginners
We walk you through what to wear for rock climbing indoors and out so that you're comfortable, mobile and protected
Types of rock climbing shoes: our expert guide
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
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
When to replace climbing shoes (and what to do with your old ones)
We walk you through when to replace climbing shoes, how to prolong their shelf life and what to do with your old pair when you’ve upgraded
How to place climbing nuts
When to use a climbing nut versus a cam, plus how to place climbing nuts for your safety and confidence on the crag
