The closure of climbing gyms around the world due to COVID-19 has left motivated climbers everywhere wondering how they can keep training while also remaining socially responsible by staying at home. One of the biggest issues here is [...]
Athletes in almost all major sports use supplements to help them meet their nutritional needs. However, many climbers look at supplements with skepticism. We worry that supplements will either make us bulk up like bodybuilders or that they are simply a [...]
Let's face it. Nobody likes the feeling of strapping on a pair of still-wet-from-yesterday climbing shoes. It's just gross and the ensuing odor can make it rather unpleasant for your climbing partners as well. As it turns out, letting your climbing [...]
While any climbing rope from a major manufacturer will keep you safe, not all ropes are equally pleasant to use. Anyone who has ever dealt with a rope that is prone to twisting, getting stuck, or just doesn't handle well [...]
I (Neely) think belay glasses are a crucial piece of gear for every route climber, whether you're training inside or climbing outside. I've struggled with neck issues for 20 years, and without belay glasses, I would probably not be climbing, much [...]
This review of the Rhino Skin Solutions products was written for us by Dan Mirsky. Dan has redpointed 30+ 5.14 rock climbs all across the country, which beyond being extremely impressive, means that he knows a thing or two about [...]