Stuck on gifts for climbers? Here are 29 climber-approved picks for bouldering, sport, trad, and indoor gear, plus budget buys and stocking stuffers.
Looking for eco-friendly gifts for climbers? Our guide rounds up sustainable chalk, ropes, shoes, jackets, and more, from top picks to gifts under $200.
Team USA chief route setter Mike Bockino explains how climbing routes are set: his process, choosing holds, keeping comps fair, and becoming a setter.
Is climbing a sport? Yes. It takes real physical exertion and skill, climbers compete head to head, and it hit the Olympics in 2021. Here’s the full breakdown.
Wondering about calories burned climbing? Compare MET value, smart watch, heart rate, and VO2 max methods to get a real number for your climbing session.
New to climbing? This beginner’s guide to bouldering grades explains the V-scale, the Font scale, YDS conversions, and what counts as a good grade.
If you’re getting into indoor rock climbing for beginners, you’re probably wondering what to expect and how to climb a little better your first time.
Wondering why bouldering is popular? Here are 17 honest reasons climbers keep coming back, from the low gear cost and social scene to that first send.
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.
Ten home climbing gym designs to steal ideas from, from a tiny corner board to a full home wall. See what makes a good home climbing gym and how to use it.