The Best 11 Climbing Shoes Under $100
The best climbing shoes under $100, tested and compared for beginners. Picks for all-around, rope, and bouldering, plus sizing tips and how long they last.
Climbing
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Why Is Climbing Such A Mental Sport?
Climbing is a mental sport as much as a physical one. Here’s why, the mental barriers that hold climbers back, and simple tips to train your head on the wall.
What Should You Record In A Climbing Journal?
Not sure what to record in a climbing journal? Here are the goals, session stats, and notes worth tracking, plus the best journals, printables, and apps to use.
How Should Your Climbing Harness Fit?
How should your climbing harness fit? Set the waist above your hips, snug not tight, leg loops to four fingers. Fit guide, hang test, and brand sizing chart.
Can You Bring Climbing Chalk On A Plane? TSA Rules Explained
TSA allows powdered climbing chalk in carry-on and checked bags with no quantity limit. Liquid chalk must follow the 3.4 oz rule for liquids.
Is Bouldering Hard? Yeah, It’s Hard, and Here’s Why
Is bouldering hard? Yes. It takes strength, power, and technique, and even strong beginners struggle at first. Here’s what makes it tough and how to start.
Should You Wear A Helmet For Bouldering?
Should you wear a helmet for bouldering? Usually no indoors, but a helmet helps outdoors. Learn when to wear one, which type protects best, and how it fits.
How Are Climbing Routes Graded?
How climbing routes are graded, indoors and out: how the YDS, V-scale, French and British systems work, who sets grades, and why the same grade feels different.
Is Climbing Considered A Sport? How It Checks Every Box
Is climbing a sport? Yes. It takes physical exertion, real skill, and has competitions, now including the Olympics. Here’s how climbing checks every box.
Is Climbing and Bouldering Good For Cardio?
Is climbing cardio? Yes, climbing and bouldering raise your heart rate and build real cardio fitness. Here’s how to turn a session into a solid workout.