Latest rock climbing kit news
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
Salewa Mountain Trainer 2 Gore-Tex review: approach shoes that seriously rock
The high-performing Salewa Mountain Trainer 2 Gore-Tex is a classic approach shoe offering reassuring rigidity, grip and protection
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
How to clean a climbing harness
We walk you through how to clean a climbing harness as well as what to do with your old harness
How to fit a climbing helmet
A quick guide to choosing the right helmet and how to fit a climbing helmet for comfort and maximum protection from falling rocks
Black Diamond Technician Leather approach shoes review: soles and sturdiness that give you crag confidence
The versatile and comfortable Black Diamond Technician Leather approach shoes boast super-sticky soles
