Alex Megos Sends Upgrade U (8C) Frankenjura
It took Alex Megos 2 days just to locate the 8C boulder in the Frankenjura in Germany. And then another 10 days for Alex get the send. He named this short and stiff boulder Upgrade U after the Beyonce song (watch the Beyonce inspiration here). 10 days and then it...
Rock Climbing Gear Guide: Best Belay Devices
Deciding what belay device to choose can be somewhat tricky for the new climber, so we’ve helped clarify the differences and best options below. Recommendations are unbiased and the buying links are affiliate links—purchases made from them support our free content....
5 Easy Climbing Hacks to Climb Harder
Success in climbing comes with improved strength, improved mental capacity, and, of course, improved climbing skills. But are all climbing skills created equal? Likely not. In this video from Robbie Phillips' YouTube Channel, Robbie shares 5 climbing hacks that have...
Falling for You – A Rock Climbing Romance Novel Book Review
Looking for a climbing book that isn’t just about hangboarding? Or how about some rock climbing drama beyond the typical threat of big whippers and frostbite? If so, then Falling for You is the book you are looking for. It may be the very first rock climbing romance...
Yosemite Guide Miya Tsudome on Confidence, Competence, and Creativity
We look at women in outdoor communities and we see a great deal of self-confidence. Climbing boulders, summiting mountains, and skiing the backcountry are all endeavors that have historically been pursued by and advertised to men. Naturally, the women who choose these...
Giuliano Cameroni Snags a V15 First Ascent in Magic Wood, Switzerland
This week's Friday Flick Pick takes us back to our "routes" of psych-pumping send videos. After 4 days and dozens of attempts, Giuliano Cameroni snags the First Ascent on Power of Now (8C/V15) in Magic Wood, Switzerland. Giuliano describes why he named the route...
The Epic: Climbing Otis Peak in a Storm
The day started out routine enough. A pre-dawn wake-up call and an easy drive to the Glacier Gorge trailhead went smoothly. The four-mile hike seemed to fly by, our legs buoyed by the adventure ahead of us. We had scarcely set our packs down when a crack and a scream...
Johnny Dawes Climbs E3 (5.10d) Hands-Free
teamBMC shared this video of legendary climber Johnny Dawes climbing Chalkstorm, an E3 (5.10d 6b) slab trad route. So what's the big deal? He never touches the wall with his hands! That's right, this climb was entirely hands-free. What a great testament to the power...
What’s In Your Pack: Tim Howell on Rock Climbing, BASE Jumping, and Mountaineering
I was stoked at the chance to sit down (distantly, on opposite sides of the world, of course) with English mountaineer, climber, and BASE jumper / wingsuiter Tim Howell. Tim is originally from southern England, near Portsmouth, but now lives in Switzerland with his...
Hugh Herr & Jim Gorin: The Amazing History of Paraclimbers
The modern history of paraclimbing (adaptive climbing) is often traced to Hugh Herr. In 1982, Hugh was 17 years old. That year, he and a friend embarked on an ice climb to Mount Washington, and became lost when a storm picked up. The rescue was treacherous--one...
Best 7 Cams on the Market, reviewed by an AMGA Apprentice Rock Guide
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3 Essential Yoga Poses for Rock Climbers
Warrior I variation of Crescent Lunge, photo by Sarah Peters Any rock climber could see significant gains in their climbing from a regular yoga practice, but as the yoga asanas near 84 in number, some of us might be hard-pressed to find the time for a regular yoga...
Highline Break Test: Climbing Quad Anchor with 6mm Accessory Cord
Enjoy this video where the crew at HowNOTtoHIGHLINE built a full quad anchor out of 6mm accessory cord that is only 6kn strong... and got 32kn! Check out their website, home of Highline University, for free slackline and highline resources. [title...
Climbing Movement Techniques: Perfecting the Art of Body Awareness
Today I’m going to tell you exactly what you need to know about climbing movement techniques to help SKYROCKET your climbing performance. (In fact...) They’re the exact same techniques I used to help me go up 8 grades while traveling the world. Rest assured, you’re...
High Intensity Core Training for Climbing
Core training for rock climbing is often neglected (or is an afterthought) for a hang boarding session. But after a hard session of bouldering or climbing hard moves, your core is likely going to show up as a weak link. A strong core is key to maintaining body...
Gear Review: La Sportiva Otaki, Your Secret Samurai Weapon on the Rocks
In my experience as an amateur rock climber, I never stop trying new shoes, which are the main piece of gear everyone needs for climbing (unless you are Charles Albert). I have worn the Mad Rock Drifter, Scarpa Instinct VSR, Wild Climb Pantera, and La Sportiva Miura....
Warming Up for Maximum Effect
I know, I know. Another article about warming up? Yes, deal with it. Give me a chance to surprise you with a potentially fresh perspective. We all know that a good warm-up is essential for climbing our best and our hardest, but I’d wager that not many climbers are...
When Burns Become Burnout: A Climber’s Struggle To Find Her Stoke
“Want to go to Moe’s today?” I looked up from my plate of pancakes to see Chris’s hopeful grin looking back at me. I shrugged and gave a casual, “Sure,” not really wanting to. The truth was I didn’t want to go to Moe's. Or Marioland or the VRG or any other of the...
New Research: Men 25-35 are the Most Afraid of Heights
Fear of heights and fear of falling are common topics in rock climbing. Many coaches and climbing experts have written on specific steps you can take to overcome your fear of falling. But the question remains: is fear something we can overcome through these practices,...
Camista: a Short Film – Climbing in Lion’s Head, Ontario
Camista, seen only at film festivals until it premiered on YouTube May 20, 2020, follows the journey of Mike Penney (big Mike) and Mike Smythe (little Mike) as they set routes in Lion’s Head, Ontario. Though it may come as a surprise to outsiders, Ontario has some of...
A Hard Truth About Professional Climbing
‘Okay, let’s talk about tomorrow’s plan,’ the director said, locking eyes with me. It was the 10th day of the shoot, and the initial excitement had worn off, leaving a sense of drudge. Many days of work...and I had been filmed in one sunny bum shot and a few clips of...
