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Posted on 1.4.201916.2.2021

Climbing shoe review: Scarpa Instinct (Lace)

Scarpa Instinct Lace review

This is an in-depth review of the Scarpa Instinct Lace climbing shoe. The first shoe that I ever bought from Scarpa, was the Instinct VS. I bought a super tight size that performed really well on almost all kinds of terrain. The only downside of the Instinct VS was that inside the shoe, there is …

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Posted on 27.1.201917.6.2019

Why wear a climbing helmet

climbing helmet

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?

Posted on 10.12.201815.2.2019

How to start climbing outdoors

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 …

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Posted on 19.11.201815.2.2019

How to choose climbing shoes for kids

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 …

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Posted on 30.10.201816.2.2021

Climbing shoe review: Tenaya Oasi

tenaya oasi review

The Tenaya Oasi is an aggressive climbing shoe but there is one quality that sets it apart from most other performance shoes on the market.

Posted on 17.10.20188.11.2020

Taping fingers for climbing

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 …

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Posted on 8.10.20185.2.2021

Skincare for climbers

skin care for climbers

(last edited Feb 5th, 2021) Besides the rubber on your favorite 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 skincare for climbers? Knowing a few tricks of the trade will help your skin endure the stress that climbing …

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Posted on 13.9.201815.2.2019

How to spot in bouldering: Top 7 tips

how to spot in bouldering

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.

Posted on 15.8.201815.2.2019

Gear review: Friction Labs chalk

friction labs review

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 …

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Posted on 7.8.201816.2.2021

Climbing shoe review: Scarpa Booster S

scarpa booster s review

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.

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