Are you about to buy a Petzl GriGri and wondering which model you should choose: the Petzl Gri Gri or the Petzl GriGri+? In this post we’ll list the differences and help you decide which belay device is best for you. … More Best GriGri? (Gri Gri vs Gri Gri Plus)
If you’re just getting into rock climbing via the climbing gym, you’ve probably heard a lot of lingo you don’t quite understand. This article will explain the differences between the two main types of roped rock climbing – sport climbing vs trad climbing (traditional climbing). Sport Climbing Sport climbing is the type of lead climbing … More Trad vs Sport Climbing – A Guide to the Differences
Basically: all sport climbing is lead climbing, but not all lead climbing is sport climbing. … More Learn the Lingo: Sport Climbing vs Lead Climbing
This article is a buying guide specifically for gym climbing ropes, as well as some advice on the appropriate size for a gym climbing rope. … More How To Choose a Gym Climbing Rope (For Rock Climbing)
Sport climbing is appealing to many because it’s similar to indoor gym climbing, and does not require a huge investment of money. A solid sport climbing starter kit only involves five items: a climbing harness, a pair of climbing shoes, quickdraws, an assisted belay device like a Gri-Gri, and a rope. That’s all. If you’re … More What Is A Good Sport Climbing Starter Kit?
While this site is targeted at beginner and intermediate rock climbers, everyone has goals. Most of these books describe serious outdoor climbing, alpinism, and mountaineering. The stories presented below may seem far removed from climbing in the gym, but the truth is that with dedication and experience, anyone can play in these arenas. What is … More Get Inspired: Must-Read Climbing and Mountaineering Books
The most important purchase new gym-to-crag climbers need to make is a climbing rope. In this post, we’ll review the factors you should consider while buying a new climbing rope. … More Climbing Rope Buying Guide
A quick pros and cons of different ways to find outdoor climbing spots. … More Climbing Guidebooks Versus Mountain Project
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