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 Gear
How to care for your climbing gear including climbing shoes, belay devices, rope, harnesses, etc.
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.
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.
Do You Wear Socks With Climbing Shoes? A Climber’s Honest Test
Should you wear socks with climbing shoes? Here’s what really happens to fit, friction, smell, and rentals, plus when thin socks are actually worth it.
How Tight Should Climbing Shoes Be? A Climber’s Fit Guide
How tight should climbing shoes be? A climber’s guide to snug-but-not-painful fit, when to size down for bouldering, and how to avoid too-tight foot damage.