Beginner Climbers, Start Here
New to the sport? Or new to a discipline within climbing? Whether it's your first time at the gym or you're entering your "trad dad" era, this is where you'll find gear guides, how-tos, and stories for any type of beginner climber.
Gear Guides for Beginners
Find the best gear for you in our buyer's guides, with helpful pointers and specific product picks. From climbing shoes to the best belay devices, this is the gear you need to get started.
Skills
Getting into climbing can be intimidating. From all the mysterious jargon to the complicated gear and "core" mentality, it's not easy. No digital story can replace a good mentor, but these skills-focused articles are a good place to begin.
Stories
Climbers share tales from their beginner days. Some hold lessons, others will make you laugh, and most feel remarkably relatable, no matter where you are in your climbing journey.
Culture
Too afraid to ask what "beta spray" means? Wondering what the difference is between a redpoint and a flash? Feel like core climbers speak another language? We've got you.
