Wearing a helmet while rock climbing is still not as popular as wearing one while doing other sports. Why? And what does Chris Sharma have to do with all this?
Why wear a climbing helmet
How to start climbing outdoors
It is estimated that between 1000 to 1500 are trying climbing for the first time EVERY day. And this is ONLY in the U.S. Think about it. Every day. That’s alot. True or not, but it seems that rock climbing is BOOMING! Olympic sport and all. Hundreds of new climbing gyms are opened across the …
How to choose climbing shoes for kids
Children are natural-born climbers. Who hasn’t seen a kid climb up a tree, a big rock or a jungle gym at a play ground? I have three kids and it feels that they are constantly trying to climb on things. It wasn’t one or two times that I was scratching my head (after having a …
Climbing shoe review: Tenaya Oasi
When I first heard of Tenaya climbing shoes, they seemed to be a rather small company. Not that I honestly know how small or large their company really is, but it was the first impression that I got. When trying to ask around about Tenaya shoes, none of my climbing buddies knew anything. What first …
Taping fingers for climbing
You've probably seen climbers in your local gym with taped fingers. Taping fingers is not just for looks, though it may help you look like an experienced climber and a badass. Taping fingers for climbing is pretty straight forward but there are a few pointers to help you decide which taping method is needed. Why …
Skin care for climbers
Besides the rubber on your favourite rock climbing shoe , the skin on your fingers is the only thing keeping you on the rock. So, why not get a little nerdy about skin care for climbers? Knowing a few tricks of the trade will help your skin endure the stress that climbing puts it through. Clean …
How to spot in bouldering: Top 7 tips
How to spot in bouldering: Top 7 tips. Here are the basics of spotting your fellow climber. Spotting is much more than just catching a falling climber. Read the full article to find out more.
Gear review: Friction Labs chalk
I have sweaty fingers. I mean REALLY sweaty fingers. Most of the times when bouldering in a gym, my fingers have sweated through the chalk while walking from the chalk bucket to the problem I am about to climb. Talk about frustrating! The truth is that the drier the skin, the better the friction. All …
Climbing shoe review: Scarpa Booster S
The Scarpa Booster S is an excellent rock climbing shoe for advanced climbers. It excels on overhangs and small foorholds. Read the full review to find out more about the Scarpa Booster S.
Top 10 rock climbing tips
Alright, so you’ve been climbing a few times or a few months and you have picked the right shoes for you and gear that you need. So, what now? How should you go about this new sport you are getting into? Here are the Top 10 Rock Climbing Tips to get you towards your rock climbing …