Scarpa Ribelle Run Kalibra G: is this the right trail shoe?
Wondering which new Scarpa Ribelle Run tech is best for you? A climber’s fit-and-use take on the Kalibra G outsole, sizing, sock choice, and who it suits.
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Which La Sportiva TX Guide Is Best for You?
Leather, synthetic, or women’s La Sportiva TX Guide? Here’s how to pick the right approach shoe for your feet, your load, and wet or dry conditions.
Why Climbers Love the Ocun Crack Pro Glove
The Ocun Crack Pro Glove protects your hands on splitters and long trad days. See how these crack climbing gloves fit, hold up, and when to skip the tape.
Why Climbers Love the La Sportiva TX Guide Approach Shoe
Why climbers love the La Sportiva TX Guide: a Vibram Megagrip approach shoe for trail, talus, and scrambling, plus its limits, fit, and where to buy it.
Tripod Position in Climbing: How to Stay Balanced and Stable on the Wall
Learn the tripod position in climbing to stay balanced and stable on the wall. See when to use three points of contact, common mistakes, and how to train it.
Smearing in Climbing: How Climbers Use Friction on the Wall
Learn the smearing climbing technique: how to press your shoe rubber against the wall, trust the friction, and stay balanced on slab and blank terrain.
Beta Reading in Climbing: How Climbers Plan Moves Before Leaving the Ground
Beta reading in climbing means planning your sequence before you leave the ground. Learn how to read holds, body positions, and moves to climb more efficiently.
Hip Turns in Climbing: How and When to Use This Technique
Hip turns in climbing help you reach farther and stay balanced with less arm strength. Learn how to do them, when to use them, and the mistakes to avoid.
Straight Arms in Climbing: Technique Explained
Straight arms climbing saves energy by hanging off your skeleton instead of your muscles. Here’s what it means, when to use it, and how to train it.
How to use your toes in climbing (and why most climbers do it wrong)
Learn how to use your toes climbing the right way. Precise toe placement improves balance, reach, and control, and fixes the mistakes most climbers make.