After reading a word like “smearing,” you might assume this article is going to delve into the world of spreadable cream cheese toppings for bagels. However, that would be “schmear.” Smearing in climbing is much different (however, for the linguists out there, I will include a short aside about how smear and schmear might be …
Stellar limestone walls arrayed around a sun-drenched Mediterranean island off the coast of Spain… What’s not to like? Mallorca is one of those climbing destinations you simply can’t miss. It’s among the best sport climbing locales in Europe, but it’s also a mecca for deep water soloing (psicobloc). In this article, we’ll offer a basic …
Climbing in Mallorca: World-Class Sport and Deep Water Soloing Read More »
Almost all climbers use chalk when they climb. Chalking up absorbs the moisture on sweaty hands and helps them stick to holds instead of slipping off. In recent years, more and more climbers have started to use liquid chalk. If you’ve only ever used loose climbing chalk, you might be wondering what liquid chalk is …
If you’ve been gym climbing for a bit and want to start climbing outdoors, it can be hard to know how to begin. This article will provide a guide for getting started climbing outside, as it can be a great activity for both your mental and physical health! Bouldering Outdoors Bouldering is one type of …
The rock climbing world is rife with complex jargon, terms that can be almost indecipherable to non-climbers and beginners. One of these terms is arête (or arete, in common spelling). Just like chimneying, working dihedrals, jamming cracks, and slab climbing, arete climbing is a unique and fulfilling aspect of our sport, something that all climbers …
A falling climber is an inevitability of rock climbing– messing up beta, holds breaking off outside, endless pump, and practice falls in climbing gyms are all catalysts for taking the whip. All of these scenarios would be way more sketchy if it weren’t for a belayer on the other side of the rope operating a …
The Climber’s Most Important Tool: The Belay Device Read More »
“What came first, the chicken or the egg?” is a timeless metaphor to describe the ambiguity between two separate events and deciding which took place first. In terms of poultry, I’m going with the egg. In terms of rock climbing, I’m not so sure what came first. All I know is that rock climbing had …
The Arduous (And Dangerous) World of Aid Climbing Read More »
Are you looking to carry heavy loads, finagle with sketchy gear placements, and spend a metric ton of cash on gear? If so, you must want to be a trad climber! In all seriousness, traditional climbing is perhaps rock climbing’s most fulfilling discipline. Learning to place your own protection, build your own anchors, and lead …
Trad Climbing Gear: How to Build Your First Trad Rack Read More »
The Sleeping Lion has been disturbed, and by who other than Stefani Ghisolfi? While in Spain for the Siurana Climbing Festival, along with Jorge Díaz-Rullo, they took a chance on Chris Sharma’s latest test piece, Sleeping Lion (9b+). Located at the El Pati crag, Sleeping Lion was bolted in 2021 by Chris Sharma and he …
Everyone knows that regular exercise is important for health and well-being. However, many people struggle to meet the recommended amount of physical activity. If you find yourself struggling to motivate to get to the gym or want to try a form of exercise that’s fun and engaging, rock climbing could be a perfect fit. Many …
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