A lot of the rock climbing season is during the warmer months — a.k.a. shorts season. Depending on your preferences and the environment, rock climbing pants might not be the ideal clothing for your trip to the crag. If you’re interested in giving your legs a little more freedom and breathing room without sacrificing durability, flexibility, and functionality, these are the best … [Read more...]

Your hands take on a lot of use and abuse from rock climbing. They face the elements, sharp rock, and sometimes difficult to manage equipment. Since healthy skin is necessary to climb your best, it’s worth taking some time to research and buy a pair of the best climbing gloves to protect your hands. While it’s not common to don a pair of gloves for face climbing, gloves … [Read more...]

No climber likes sweaty hands. Sweaty hands can make the difference between the send and the Weekend Whipper. Chalk can prevent you from falling victim to the latter.Not only does chalk help reduce moisture and increase your grip on the wall, it also gives climbers a little something extra to enhance performance. The type of chalk you use comes down to personal preference. … [Read more...]

Just like with most types of rock climbing gear, the range of rock climbing carabiners available out there can be overwhelming. When considering which carabiner to buy you have to pay attention to what type of rock climbing you’ll be doing, what type of carabiner opening you’re most comfortable with, how much you’re willing to spend, how much weight you want to carry up the … [Read more...]

Whether you’re a seasoned trad climber or a new pebble wrestler, at some point, you’ll have to buy some new gear. Anyone who’s spent time out on the rock will tell you that most climbing disciplines are gear-intensive enterprises, so there’s no denying that you’ll need to spend some time, money, and energy to get the gear you need.Especially when it comes to a pursuit like … [Read more...]

While climbing in leggings, gym shorts, or even street pants is perfectly acceptable and relatively common, specially designed rock climbing pants will help to ensure that no aspect of your gear or clothing will inhibit your climbing abilities. When buying the best climbing pants you’ll want to pay attention to materials, the type of climbing you’ll be doing, the waistband and … [Read more...]

​Your harness puts in a lot of mileage. It’s there when you’re sitting at a hanging belay, taking a whipper, or sending a multi-pitch climb. It’s one of the most important pieces of gear in your kit. So it’s worth investing some time and money to make sure you have a good one.The best climbing harness is as important as a competent climber, good belayer, and quality rope. It … [Read more...]

With eight prominent brands, three general categories, and countless combinations of additional features, options for rock climbing shoes can be overwhelming. Some of the key things to keep in mind when purchasing a pair of climbing shoes is the type of shoe best-suited for your needs, your personal preference for additional features, and how your shoes should fit. See … [Read more...]

Your chalk bag is one of the most used and least appreciated pieces of climbing gear. Whether you’re a boulderer, trad dad, or brand new climber, chances are your chalk bag is the first thing you grab from your kit when you’re going to climb. You can get a lot of mileage out of one chalk bag, so it’s important to pick the best one for you to dip your hands in. Part fashion … [Read more...]

One of the smartest things a climber can do is buy the best climbing helmet. They generally aren’t that expensive, and a helmet can truly mean the difference between life and death. When climbing outside, it is clear that having a helmet is better than not having one.Helmets, like heads, come in all shapes and sizes. Some helmets are better for ice climbing, while others are … [Read more...]