Strength and How to Build It
If you’ve read any of my articles, you’re probably starting to think I’ve got a bit of an obsession with strength. That may well be true, but for good reason(s). Strength is, simply put, a measurement of your body’s ability to produce force. Every time you stand up...
Stone Locals Movie: Rediscovering the Soul of Rock Climbing
Stone Locals is a feature film rediscovering the soul of rock climbing through the lens of five interwoven stories. Climbing has always been more than just a sport. It’s provided with a way of life and a makeshift family to misfits who share a calling. As the sport...
The Best Gifts for Rock Climbers
Looking for the best gift to bring a mountain-sized smile to the rock climber in your life? Then this list of guaranteed-to-please gifts for rock climbers will help you find the perfect present—whether for a birthday, Christmas, or just because. Also, don't forget to...
Sabrina Chapman’s Titan Project
Titan Project isn’t just a climbing film. It’s a story of self-acceptance, healing and resilience. Sabrina Chapman, a Canadian sport climber with African & Indian heritage, is on a mission to send her first 5.14a - the threshold for elite climbing. But the "Titan...
The Path to Big Wall: Part 1: Where to Start?
Ever wondered what big wall climbing is or how to learn how to climb a big wall? Big wall climbing involves climbing a route that typically requires more than one day to climb to the top. Being on the wall that long requires not only a high level of fitness and skill...
Psicobloc in Vietnam with Kyra Condie and Tim Emmett
Deep Water is a captivating exploration of fear, mentorship, and deep water soloing in panoramic Ha Long Bay, Vietnam with psicobloc pioneer Tim Emmett and competition climber Kyra Condie (KyraCondie.com). Watch as Kyra learns from the master, tackles the fear of...
Is Collagen Good for Rock Climbers?
Is collagen the key to maintaining your body for rock climbing? While collagen has long been used for improved hair, nail, and skin health, the idea that supplementing with collagen is beneficial for tendon health has recently exploded into the world of rock climbing....
Casual Crusher: Full Time Grad Student Nicholas Milburn Claims 3rd Ascent of Algorithm (14d)
Nicholas Milburn, 25, sends his second 14d (9a), Algorithm in The Fins, Idaho. Milburn is the 3rd ascent following Jonathan Siegrest and Paige Claassen. As a full-time graduate student in Computer Science at the University of Tennessee - Chattanooga, Milburn isn’t...
Black Diamond Presents: Hazel Findlay in South Korea
Ever thought of exploring Korea's climbing scene? We hadn't either! But it's on the shortlist now after watching Hazel Findlay share her experience of climbing in South Korea and visiting some of the local competitive climbers. With hundreds of climbing areas across...
Gear Review: Mad Rock Drifter: Cheap and Comfy Solution for Beginner Climbers
The Mad Rock Drifter rock climbing shoes are a great shoe for beginners looking for a good price point. The soft shoe will help you build foot strength and, even more importantly, develop the psychological strength, and confidence on foot placements. [item...
The Grand Illusion (V16) First Ascent
The cave below [Euro Roof] poses an interesting project waiting to be done, that will produce one of the sickest lines ever… - A Bouldering Guide to Utah, 2003 Nathaniel Coleman and Drew Ruana head to Little Cottonwood Canyon, Utah to battle against one of the best...
Rock Climbing Training Capacities – Stop Saying “Endurance”
I try to avoid using the word “endurance” altogether when talking about climbing, whether it be with a friend or a client. The word has a reputation that precedes it, a stigma even, that requires time and effort to counteract. As a coach, the last thing I want to do...
How to Bolt a Route by Adam Ondra
Adam Ondra finally decides to set a route he has been looking at for years. Wondering if the route is even possible you can watch as Adam examines and set bolts to give this mystery climb its first send. Since chipping, or making surfaces into holds is strongly...
Turning National Park 1-Star Reviews into Hilarious Artwork
Like the customer that gave a 1-star review because a bakery wouldn't serve them before opening hours or the customer that gave a 1-star review because a carbon monoxide detector kept beeping, some people just don't get it. You can't please everyone but sometimes...
The Birth of Tunisian Climbing
The tiny North African nation of Tunisia had no climbing to speak of until 2012, when Slim Bougerra and his university club bolted lines at Zaghouan mountain. Featured image: Arnaud Petit Setting Kif Kif Bang Bang 8C. Photo by Phil Bence. When Slim Bougerra moved to...
Mason Earle’s First Ascent Battle With Outrageous Offwidth Crack Climb
Professional rock climber Mason Earle takes on never before rock which has been selected just for him by Giant Rock's Cole Gibson. The first climb left Cole wondering if he would ever find something to challenge Mason. Well, he did it again. I’d taken him to the most...
Climb Injury Free: The Rock Rehab Pyramid
Through August 2nd you can enter to win a Climb Injury Free Prize pack straight from The Climbing Doctor. Simply tag a friend on The Climbing Doctor's Social Media Takeover on Moja Gear's Instagram or Facebook. Prize pack includes: Climb Injury-Free This international...
Justin Miniard
What's up everybody, my name is Justin Miniard. If you've ever been to the Red River Gorge you may have seen me there getting my try hard on! I am also a competitor on American Ninja Warrior seasons 11 & 12! I am constantly training to become a better athlete for...
Jimmy Webb – A Good Season in the Rocklands
Mellow's YouTube channel just released this 17 minute short of Jimmy Webb working his way through some of the hardest rock in Rocklands, South Africa. Rise up 8a+ Monkey Wedding 8c (Watch Charles Albert send this barefoot) Black Eagle 8b+ Edge of Darkness Spray of...
Book Spotlight: Peak Nutrition – The Nutrition Book for Rock Climbers
Did you know that beet juice could enhance endurance? That most of us aren’t getting enough collagen? How about the positive effects of dark chocolate and cocoa on the brain? In their new book Peak Nutrition: Smart Fuel for Outdoor Adventure, Maria Hines and Mercedes...
Peak Nutrition Free Recipes: Fish Tacos and Thai Coconut Curry Vegetable
Upgrade your eating with these two recipes from the premier authority on rock climbing nutrition, Peak Nutrition: Smart Fuel for Outdoor Adventure. From the science of sports nutrition to the practical advice for building good habits, Maria Hines and Mercedes...
