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Sustainable Climbing: Environmentalism Spurs Innovation in Low-Footprint Gear

As climbers, it’s crucial to support companies within the climbing gear industry that prioritize sustainability

Easter Weekend Sales on Climbing Gear

Be sure that your rack is updated and ready for the upcoming rock climbing season

Rock Climbing Gear That Changed the Game

This is the climbing equipment that help the sport grow into what it is today

“Definitely felt a little real” – William Moss Talks 5.14 Trad in the Gunks

In spring 2023, Moss made the first ascent of Best Things in Life Are Free, one of the most difficult mixed climbs in the world

Yosemite Climber Turns to Saving Old Trees

John Middendorf and his DIY Ledge for environmental activists and climbers

Simon Messner, alpinist, on style, the environment and growing up with Reinhold’s legacy

From growing up afraid of heights to establishing groundbreaking alpine routes, Simon Messner talks about his life as a climber

Tami Knight Talks Cartoons and Climbing

The legendary rock climber talks about her time in Canada during the 1980s and the start of her iconic comic strips

Four season tents for year-round adventures

Eight of the best tents for winter camping this year

Yosemite Big Wall Climbers Will Love These Books

The first two volumes of Mechanical Advantage: Tools for the Wild Vertical are must-haves for climbers who enjoy history and big wall climbing

The eight best ice climbing and alpine boots for winter

Don’t get cold feet when it comes to buying proper winter footwear