Named as one of the “6 rock-climbing destinations worth planning a vacation around,” Estes Park has made a name for itself amongst the crag addicted rock-climbing community. It’s a sport that can be enjoyed by all, no matter the age and there are plenty of opportunities to help get ...
Rock climbing, along with other outdoor activities, was named one of the American College of Sports Medicine's top fitness trends of 2018. Its rise to popularity is undeniable, and if you give it a try and get bit by the climbing bug like I did, the rest is history. But if you asso...
Squamish is one of the best places in North America for rock climbing, but like all places there are a few things to know before visiting. Here’s a list of some things to know before you go. Brief History:Rock climbing in Squamish started in the late 1950s and rose in popularity afte...
We’ve always talked about getting into rock climbing but for whatever reason never pulled the trigger. One day, our neighbors two doors down in San Diego invited us out to climb, and we went! I didn’t fall in love at first (I’ll explain later), but we were up for the challenge...
Lined shoes will stretch slightly over the lifespan, whereas unlined ones can stretch up to a full size. Read our guide to rock climbing shoes to find out how to choose the right pair for you. 5. Inspect and replace your gear Develop a routine to check your gear for extensive wear ...
If you've ever thought about giving outdoor rock climbing a try, then the Lake District is a fantastic place to start. We'll start from the very beginning and work up to a standard that fits your level of ability, as we progress through a day or weekend. We don't advertise dates bu...
Rock climbing in general has manyspecialist terms, but many of them either do not apply to bouldering or can be picked up naturally by spending time around climbers. However, there is one bouldering term that should be introduced before we continue. ...
VDiff teaches safe climbing skills. This site includes a beginners' guide, outdoor trad climbing basics, advanced trad skills and big wall aid climbing.
Additional equipment depends on what you desire to do in the cave. If you are entering a vertical cave where you will be descending several hundred feet, you will need rope, harnesses, ascenders, carabiners and other necessary climbing gear. If you have the desire to begin surveying and mapp...