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Those Climbing Shoes You Wanted Are on Sale This Week
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The Cubans Trying to Legalize Climbing
The Cuban government still does not recognize climbing as an official sport, so climbers must operate under the radar.
Alex Honnold to Adam Ondra: “You Look at Climbing Very Different Than Me”
Watch a 27-minute conversation between two of the greatest living climbers.
British Climber Will Bosi, Just 22, Joins Ondra in Club 5.15c
Bosi made the first ascent of a new route in Siurana called King Capella. While the 9b+ grade will need to be confirmed, the young climber's other nails-hard redpoints would suggest the grade will stick.
The New Hardest Route in Mallorca Looks Heinously Difficult
Guggenhell is over 50 meters long. The first part is a severely steep roof with powerful sequences, the most difficult revolving around two mono pockets—a style in which Iker Pou is among the best in the world.
Planning to Use Chalk Substitutes Next Time You Climb at Garden of the Gods? Think Again
While standard chalk was already banned in the park, Garden of the Gods has gone a step further and outlawed the use of any chalk substitute.
Weekend Whipper: Fall of the Century on “Crime of the Century”
In trying to pull off the "Crime of the Century," a classic 5.11c finger crack in Squamish, this climber gets caught red handed and takes a big fall.
The Week’s Best Gear Deals: 25% Off Harnesses, Quickdraws, and More
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Tristan Catches a Trout – Highballing in Gold Bar, WA
Tristan Chen puts in work on the V13 highball "Takes A Village"—for some reason also known as "Trout of This World"—in the Gold Bar Boulders, Washington
Learn How to Do a One-Arm Pull Up
Great video from the folks over at Lattice Training. The one-arm pull up might not be a crucial climbing skill, but it's a helluva good party trick!
Dalton Bunker vs. Planet Garbage (5.14d)
Dalton Bunker takes down one of Rifle's hardest routes, Planet Garbage. Line is super steep, powerful, and resistant. Great moves on this one.
5 Climbing Board Games
A handful of climbing board games to scratch the itch when you can’t make it to the wall or mountain.
7 Must-Have Tools for Bouldering Season
Autumn and winter have arrived with perfect temps. Are you ready with the perfect gear?
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First Look: The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Climbing Walls
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Quick Tip: Focus on Your Footwork Beta
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Photo Gallery: Onsight—4 Climbing Photo Highlights (Issue 370)
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Photo Gallery: Onsight—4 Climbing Photo Highlights (Issue 369)
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Monday’s Climbing Gear Hacks: Emergency Belay Device, A Poop Bag, Repurposed Fanny Pack
Our savvy readers submitted these four tips from the field that can help you out of a tight spot, or just make your day at the crag or on the wall more efficient and enjoyable.
Quick Clips: 4 Quick Fixes for Common Climber Problems (July 2019 Edition)
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6 Weeks to Stronger Fingers with Jonathan Siegrist: Proper Hangboard Form
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The 10 Most-Viewed Climbing Videos of 2018
The most popular climbing videos of the year, as chosen by the eyeballs of our readers.
Photo Gallery: The Films of Reel Rock 13
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The 2018 Photo Annual Gallery: 18 of the Year’s Best Climbing Photos
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Panel Discussion: Climbing on the Road to Tokyo
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The Dawn Wall: A Tale of Two Rock Stars
How Tommy Caldwell and Kevin Jorgeson prepared for the climb of their lives.
Livestream: Psicobloc Masters Series 2018
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My Mom, The Climber
A heartwarming tribute to the moms of our sport, starring Janelle Anderson. Happy Mother's Day!
Strength Training for Injury Prevention
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Hansjörg Auer’s Terrifying Rappel
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Photo Gallery: The Nose Speed Record, Anak Verhoeven’s 5.15a FA, and More
This story originally appeared in the December/January 2018 issue of our print edition.
Instagram Spotlight: @JustBomberGear Is Anything But
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Shifting Sands: The Bedouin Climbers of Wadi Rum, Jordan
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Teaser: Adam Ondra’s Silence
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Video: Four-Person Ascent of A Birthing Experience (V1)
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People vs. Climbing Fail Compilation
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Photo Gallery: Nina Williams, Michaela Kiersch, and More
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Ueli Steck Found Dead on Nuptse
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Editors’ Choice 2017: Alpine Start Coffee
The best instant coffee ever
Arete Cuts Rope Resulting in Groundfall for Michele Caminati
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Massive Ice Climbing Curtain Collapse Whipper
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The 10 Most-Viewed Climbing Videos of 2016
The most popular climbing videos of the year, as chosen by the eyeballs of our readers.
The Photo Annual 2016: 10 Incredible Climbing Photos
Find inspiration from the best climbing photography from around the world.
Flash: Climbing Photos From Yosemite, Virginia, Utah, and More
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Flash: In Memory of Dean Potter
Celebrating the life of Dean Potter with inspiring photos and original quotes
Flash: 8 Climbing Photos—Bugaboos, Dawn Wall, African Ice, and More
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The Gunks, New York Climbing Destination Guide
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Flash: 6 Inspiring Climbing Photos
FEBRUARY 12, 2016 EDITION
Tom Randall Climbs V13 Roof Crack: The Kraken
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The Best Bouldering In Leavenworth, WA
With more than 3,000 routes within an hour or two, Leavenworth has the highest density of rock climbing in the entire state of Washington.
Watch Ice Pillar Fully Collapse With Climber Still On It
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Maximize Your Climbing Road Trip With the Best Destinations, Insider Tips, and Crag Beta
The best road trip destinations by region, from the Northwest to the Southeast
Gear Shop Turns to Social Media After $1,000 Boots Stolen
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Believe It… Or Not (2013 edition)
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How to Build a V-Thread Ice Anchor
4 easy steps to a bomber V-thread, plus tips on how to use it
How to Tie Clove and Munter Hitches
Here's a clever way to tie the clove hitch and the munter hitch, two of climbing's most used (and useful) hitches.
Mountain Tools
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Climbing Magazine’s Back Issue Index
Back issues of Climbing Magazine can be found in the Back Issue Index, available in these PDFs, which include all issues from 1970 to 2003.
2012 Gear Guide: Alpine Gear
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WI5 in Down Booties
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One Week at Horse Pens 40 and Stone Fort
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Chris Schulte’s V12 Magic Wood FA
Black Diamond athlete Chris Schulte boulders in Magic Wood, Switzerland
Caffeine Clutch – Defiant Bean Coffee
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Ice Climbing Festivals
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