12 Grip Training Exercises to Build Hand Strength for Climbers
Twelve grip training exercises to build hand strength for climbers, from hangboarding to fingertip planks, plus what gear you need and how to train safely.
Climbing FAQs
Basic tips for beginner climbers
11 Cheap Ways to Make Your Climbing Shoes Smell Better
Climbing shoes smell? Here are 11 cheap ways to make your shoes smell better with stuff you already have at home, from tea bags to the freezer trick.
37 Things Serious Climbers Bring to the Mountains
The 37 things serious climbers bring with them to the mountains, from harness and rope to shoes, chalk, and first aid, so you pack smart every single trip out.
What Are Undercling Climbing Holds and Why Climbers Love/Hate Them
What are undercling climbing holds? Learn how to use underclings, why climbers love and hate them, and how to turn them into a rest with solid footwork.
What Is A Crimp In Rock Climbing And How To Use Them
A crimp is a small climbing hold you grip with just your fingertips. Learn what a crimp is, the full, half and open crimp grips, and how to use them safely.
Slopers: How To Use The Hardest Climbing Hold
What are large slopers in rock climbing and how do you use slopers without slipping off? Body position, chalk and grip tips to send sloper holds well.
Bouldering for Beginners: What You Need to Know
What is bouldering? It’s rope-free climbing over crash pads. Here’s how it works, the gear you need, and how to start bouldering indoors or outside.
Clothing For Climbing In The Gym: What Should You Wear?
Wondering what to wear indoor rock climbing? Here is what works for tops, pants, shoes, and harness fit so you can move freely and enjoy your first climb.
Can You Climb Without Chalk?
Wondering about climbing without chalk? Here’s when you actually need chalk, when you can skip it, what the science says, and eco-friendly options to try.
How Do You Deal With Climbing Flappers? Prevention and Care
Got a flapper climbing? Learn how to clean, tape, and heal a climbing flapper fast, plus simple ways to prevent them with callus care and smart taping.