Multiple hardcore routes exist nowadays with the new generation of climbers pushing the limits of the sport. But what are currently the hardest climbs in the world? New routes are always being bolted and more climbers than ever are raising the level. The most difficult routes are no longer limited to just La Dura Dura …
In my work as a climbing guide, I frequently work with budding trad leaders who want to improve their skills. We work on a lot of practical items, like building anchors and rescue skills, but we also work on less tangible facets of climbing, like trusting gear placements. In this article, I want to talk …
If you need to top out a boulder problem or pull yourself onto a ledge while climbing, chances are you’ll use a mantle. A mantle in climbing is when you transition from pulling to pushing in order to hoist yourself up onto a ledge or large hold. If you’re unfamiliar with the concept of a …
It’s natural to fear falling—it’s one of the few inborn, intuitive fears we all share, a protective mechanism meant to keep human beings from wandering off cliffs. The problem in rock climbing is that, if you want to push yourself, you must also be willing to take falls on those cliffs, and to become practiced …
If you’re just getting into rock climbing, you might be wondering exactly how much it costs to participate in this sport. This number can vary quite a bit! This article will explain how much it costs to participate in different disciplines of rock climbing, including the cost of buying the minimum gear you can get …
Once you’ve been climbing for a little while, you may start feeling a plateau, as though you’ve reached a point where simply climbing a lot isn’t enough to continue your progress. This could happen after a few weeks of regular climbing or after six months (more likely the latter). Either way, that probably means it’s …
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Walk up to any passionate rock climber and start talking about “the Valley,” and they’ll know what you’re talking about despite the ambiguity. That’s because the Valley, or Yosemite National Park, is one of the most internationally renowned rock climbing destinations in the world. Every climber wants to go rock climbing in the Valley. Every …
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If you’ve ever seen people jumping around the climbing gym, throwing themselves at holds way above their heads, you might’ve wondered what in the world they’re doing. This technique is called a dyno, and it involves a dynamic movement where the climber jumps for the next hold. Dynos can be nerve-wracking, but they’re something that …
It’s easy to forget how essential your feet are for rock climbing. Often, fingers and upper body muscles get all the attention. However, your feet and toes are one of the keys to successful climbing! After all, that’s why we spend so much money on climbing shoes. There are a few different types of problems …
The key to mastering a rock route, be it in a climbing gym or the rock outside, lies in a blend of power, stamina, and technique. Climbing isn’t just about pulling yourself up the wall; it’s a dance of strength, technique, and mental fortitude. You can develop this simply by climbing a lot, and many …
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