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.
Climbing Gear
How to care for your climbing gear including climbing shoes, belay devices, rope, harnesses, etc.
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.
My Favorite Harness for Climbing
Looking for the best harness for climbing? Here’s the one I recommend, plus the exact features to check for comfort, belaying, hiking, and long hangtime.
What to Bring on Your Next Climbing Day Trip
What to bring on a climbing day trip, from a hammock and real food to water and a first aid kit, plus the climbing gear checklist for bouldering and ropes.
How to Belay With a Grigri for Top Rope Climbing (Photos and Video)
Learn how to belay with a Grigri for top rope climbing: loading the rope, taking in slack, keeping your brake hand on, and lowering your climber safely.
How to Put On a Climbing Harness: 6 Steps to Do It Safely
Learn how to put on a climbing harness the right way in six steps, plus the double-back buckle check that keeps you safe before you leave the ground.
What Quickdraws Do Trad Climbers Use?
Trad draws or alpine draws? Learn what quickdraws trad climbers use, how many to carry, what they cost, and how to build a lighter, cleaner rack.
What Is The Minimal Gear For Bouldering? A Simple Starter Kit
The minimal gear for bouldering is simple: climbing shoes, a crash pad, and chalk. Here’s what to buy first, what each costs, and what you can skip.
The Top 5 Crash Pads For Bouldering: How To Decide Which Is Best
Buying your first bouldering pad? Here’s what to know before purchasing, our top 5 crash pad picks, and how to match thickness, size and price to you.
Non-Gear Gift Guide for Climbers | 21 Ideas
Looking for gift ideas for climbers that skip the gear? Here are 21 non-gear gifts they’ll actually use, from mugs and tees to books, posters, and pins.