Rock climbing naturally brings out the gear geek in all of us. The equipment itself is just plain sexy—and as sport-specific and downright essential as it gets. If you rock climb, or aspire to ...

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BoingBoing Gadgets has a rock climbing theme going on today, with some climbing gear and climbing stories that appeal to people who have arm and leg muscles. Check it out. [BBG] Climbing Gadgets ...

Inspired by two decades of outdoor rock climbing, Arris Composites ’ (Berkeley, Calif., U.S.) co-founder and chief engineer, Erick Davidson, sought to develop cams — trad protection designed to be ...

A lot of hard climbing happens when it’s nice and chilly out. The friction of the rock is better when it’s cold, allowing you to hold and stand on small edges for much longer. These conditions are ...

With lighter gear and and the ability to push beyond traditional physical limits, Caldwell is approaching big walls, such as The Diamond on Longs Peak, as a trail runner would, turning what would ...

To find out how to start rock climbing, we interviewed mountain guides, coaches and professional climbers for all their tips and tricks. Here’s everything you need.