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Most whippees are on their way up before they hurtle down. But that’s not always the case.

The “Dodo’s Delight” crew is back for more sail-to-climb adventures, this time on the east coast of Greenland.

A proper warmup will help you make the most of your climbing session and prevent long- and short-term injuries. Here's how to get started.

“I realized there was no foothold to move across to the bolt and I took a 30-foot whip, face down, one-foot from the ground.”

“Needless to say I lowered off to check if any icing was taken off the cake.”

Paradox Sports and the Access Fund enrich the climbing world and its participants—let's show them some love back.

"What Beth did in 2008... was way ahead of the times"

Return of the Jedi is found in an abandoned gritstone quarry in the Peak District and is an unmistakable line: a sharpened prow that is intimidatingly tall and “that requires quite a few pads to make safe.”

Sport climbing trip coming up? Dreams of long trad routes? Here are 9 tips to help you achieve your rope-stretching, enduro-climbing goals.

The filmer breaks down exactly what happened—and what went wrong.

'Love as a Weapon' is a stiff new route in Squamish, BC.

Those “easy sends” can still leave a mark. 

“I personally felt that ‘Honey Badger’ (V16) was more of a challenge for me.”

Get safety tips and other advice from one of climbing's most prolific and knowledgeable climbers in this three part online video course.

Some say the most dangerous section of a sport climb is between the second and third bolts.

Surprise, surprise, France has yet another barely-touched limestone mecca.

In not wearing her hijab, Elnaz Rekabi has become a symbol for the anti-regime movement. We hope she is safe and that her wellbeing is unthreatened, but we fear the worst. 

That could have been a lot worse.

New goodies are coming to the market soon!

"The [route] description ironically says something like 'Don't blow the mantle at the top...' "

Pay your passion forward for the betterment of the planet.

This one's got to hurt.

About as clean as any gear-ripper can be, anyway.

"It took me a few attempts of climbing higher and higher above the last two pieces to eventually feel confident to commit to the final runout."

Did anyone else feel their ankle snap just watching that? No? Just us? No matter—the climber, Maissa, is A-OK.

Each year, Big City Mountaineers changes thousands of kids’ lives by bringing them on their first outdoor adventures. You can make it happen for another.

From the first women recorded in mountaineering in the late eighteenth century to the first 5.15c female ascent

This belayer had the best of intentions. At least the only victim was himself—and his lawn chair.

"Other than almost decking this is a phenomenal route."

Climb long enough—and a few months will do it— and don't take proper care of that crucial joint, the elbow, and you'll be in a world of hurt for just about the rest of your life.

Steep, sandy jugs—what could be better?

A small cam provided a secure catch for five sessions. The #0.2 was bomber, until it wasn't.

The Scottish climber has just opened what may be one of three V16s in the UK.

Who said sport climbers can't take gear rippers?

Climbing is a jargon-filled sport. And sometimes the jargon isn't even a complete word—it's an abbreviation.

The Gorge is a "wild land of superb and serious climbing where every climb is unique, and demands technical skill, unadulterated burliness, and usually a key piece of gear that keeps it G rated."

What bouldering is, how to do it, why, and what the future of bouldering looks like.

We hate to lay blame. But it couldn't have hurt...

This is a contender for "best whip of the year."

The climber walked away unscathed, much to our surprise.

Indeed, all is well until it’s not.

Climbing is a skill sport and resting is a skill. Better learn it.

Will Bosi, 23, completed a long-standing 5.15a project at Dumbarton.

In the first installment of his “Hidden Gems” series, the French rock star does hard first ascents at Thaurac. Never heard of it? It's home to something like 1,000 limestone sport routes.

Eight tips for climbing safely in loose terrain.

Hand-placed beaks, anyone?

Core exercises⁠—you love to hate them! But your climbing will thank you.

⁠The end of a climbing trip can be a glorious, chain-slapping time—but there's another side to this romanticism.

The second Paraclimbing World Cup of the year took place in Innsbruck, Austria June 21 and 22.

Pulling the lip is widely considered to be the crux, but it's only until you've nailed the sneaky right-to-left crack switch that you are in the clear.

On top of the sustained and low-percentage 5.14 climbing, the crux comes at the very top⁠—the final four moves⁠—while facing a gut-wrenching fall.

Father's Day is just around the corner. It's not too late to order your dad something awesome.

All the things you absolutely should not say in response to the question “What is that thing on your back?”

A failed clip, an inverted whip, nearly decks ... what the heck?

This is pure climbing footage; there is no story, no interview, and no posing. And it's beautiful.

All the things all your non-climbing friends and family have ever said to you. Enjoy!

EBGB'S (5.10d) is no death route, but it's not a clip-up, either.

This fall logs about as many air miles as one could hope for while still walking away intact.

Beginning Tuesday, May 24, the first Paraclimbing World Cup of the year took place in Salt Lake City, Utah.

Two routes, two climbers, and a shared finish. What could go wrong?

“Road-Trip-Itus” is a well-known condition caused by spending too much time in close proximity to the same person. Here's how to prevent it.

"The South is full of these quiet figures in the climbing community—people who have put up some hard, scary, beautiful, hard-to-find routes and problems. I think there is something special about recognizing these folks."

"A hodgepodge of slightly newer hardware dots the cliff, a marker of all the old bolts that have ripped and needed replacement over the years.”

Everything's here, from fingerboarding to power, endurance and strength training. Includes expert advice on getting stronger fingers, shoulders, abs, you name it and if you want to train it up, this soup-to-nuts compendium has it.

The female world record holder for most Everest summits gets real about her journey

Pull-ups are a great way to stay fit at home, on the road, or in the gym. When the movement gets repetitive, try these variations.

How do you belay “correctly” on a big free route? Well, it's complicated, but this whipper provides several solid tips.

Our handy guide for navigating the confounding world of climberspeak.

Whether she needs a new harness or new shoes, a new helmet or new crash pad, a new rope or a fresh pair of belay glasses, Backcountry.com has great gifts for the mothers in your life.

As Mothers' Day approaches—May 8, don't forget—we asked.

Trying to turn that Grade VI into a mere 12-hour climb? Or just looking to make a 6-pitcher a feasible after-work feat? Proper strategy and preparation are crucial.

"This particular route has three pegs and an ice screw—which apparently fit really well in a pocket, so there it stayed."

From Reinhold Messner and Catherine Destivelle to Emily Harrington and Alex Honnold, here are some of our favorite climbing and mountaineering quotes.

Whether you need a fresh pair of kicks for sending your steep sport project, running circuits in the gym, or approaching the climb, Backcountry.com has great deals on all your climbing footwear needs.

If you’re interested in trying climbing for the first time, the gym is an excellent place to start. Here is your quick guide to indoor rock climbing.

This Weekend Whipper does almost everything right. Almost.

For over 150 years, Mammut has been crafting excellent climbing and mountaineering gear for climbers around the globe. This week’s Deal of the Week features an array of Mammut gear, from helmets to backpacks to belay devices and more.

Get the safest method and helpful tips for giving the best toprope belay, whether you're using an ATC or a grigri.

Struggling to reel in that undercling? You may want to work on those elbow flexors! Here are five exercises to strengthen your biceps and your brachialis. Aim for three sets of eight to 12 reps, but don’t do all the exercises in one sitting.

Backcountry.com is here to hook you up with the perfect tent, offering huge discounts on everything from single person tents to 8-person party tents.