Crag rompers reviewed: the La Sportiva TX Guide
Check out Michael Levy's author page.
Gear
Gear
Deals of the Week: Car Camp In Luxury and Save a Bundle
Get out of the dir, live in style at the campground and save a bundle
Yes, There Is Climbing Protection Made Out of Plastic
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
Sure, it keeps our hands dry. But why did climbers start using chalk?
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
That high clip just out of reach? You need a “stiffie”!
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
Attention Trad Climbers: Round Out Your Kit With These Great Deals
If you’re the type of climber that fantasizes about splitter cracks in the Creek, froths over long runouts on alpine granite, and has YouTubed “how to place a hex,” you are surely going to salivate over the deals that Backcountry.com is offering on trad gear. With discounts up to 30% off on everything from cams to crack shoes, you are not going to want to miss out on this.
Review: Patagonia’s alpine jack-of-all-trades, the Ascensionist 55L
Check out Francis Sanzaro's author page.
Resole Your Expensive Rock Shoes Before It’s Too Late
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
Resoling and Shoe-Care 101
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Field Tested: Wild Country Zero Friends
The Zero Friends have one of the narrowest heads on the market, earning a spot on your rack for pods, pin scars and tricky placements.
Wild Country Gear at Wildly Discounted Prices!
Right now Wild Country is offering wicked discounts on a bunch of gear at Backcountry.com. You’ll find deals on everything from cams to ascenders to quickdraws and more. With most items listed at 25% off, you surely won’t want to miss this.
Want Sending Skin ASAP? Then Use This Ancient Remedy
Check out Delaney Miller's author page.
Save 32% on a Your Next Redpoint Rope and Other Climbing Essentials
Check out The Editors's author page.
The 100%-Alpaca Pullover Is One Amazingly Warm Midlayer
Ancient Incans are said to have used alpaca for currency—they had their reasons.
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Welcome Back Acopa Sweepstakes
Win a brand new pair of shoes to celebrate their long awaited return!
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Become a Rock Prodigy!
Upgrade your training and enter to win a hang board from Trango.
This New BD Approach Shoe Is Lean and Mean
Check out Chris Weidner's author page.
Save 40% on Climbing Packs for Any Adventure
Check out The Editors's author page.
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The Rab Shell Giveaway!
The softest hardshell is up for grabs, and you’ll wonder how you ever adventured without it!
DIY: 8 Ways to Improve Your Home Wall
Turn your scruffy garage wall into a deluxe sending palace.
11 Ways to Improve Your Climbing Without Climbing
Stop suffering with lightweight backpacking gear at the crag. Go heavy when you car camp—literally bring the kitchen sink—and watch your attitude, if not your climbing, soar.
Save 56% on a Nemo Sleeping Pad and Other Great Camping Gear Deals
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This Might Just Be the Ultimate Home Training Wall
Check out Kevin Corrigan's author page.
Why Would You Make Your Own Alpine Draws if You Don’t Have To?
Reviewed: CAMP Alpine Express Draw
Does the “World’s Lightest Rock Climbing Harness” Measure Up?
Field Tested: The Blue Ice Addax harness
This Week: Save up to 35% on Puffies and Crag Wear
Because you can only patch something so many times.
Put Your Rock Shoes in the Oven—You’ll Thank Us
Tight, new performance shoes refusing to break in? Try this quick, easy, and painless at-home hack
This Is Required Gear For Your Emergency Kit
Reviewed: Spot X 2-Way Satellite Messenger
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The Scarpa “Lasts” Sweepstakes
Win a new pair of climbing shoes from the one of the oldest, and most dependable climbing brands on the market.
This Week: Save Up to 30% On Sport Cragging Gear
Check out The Editors's author page.
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Shoemasters: The Story of Acopa
Dario Piana reflects on the history of his climbing shoe company, and the people who made it great.
Hate Bolt Hangers That Spin? Check This Out
The price adds up at $5.95 a hanger, but pretty much all stainless bolting hardware is spendy. These are well worth it for a longer-lasting clip.
Sale: Save Weight and $ on Packs, Helmets, More
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How to Choose the Perfect All-Around Rock Shoe for You
All-around rock shoes, as the name implies, can do a bit of everything from slabs to vertical edging to cracks, and are supportive and comfortable enough for all-day wear.
Do You Need Scarpa’s Most Technical Approach Shoe?
Scarpa's climber-focused Gecko approach shoe has been updated for 2021. Here's what we thought.
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Stone Crusher Sweepstakes
Enter now to win a new Cadillac Harness from Misty Mountain.
Those Climbing Shoes You Wanted Are on Sale This Week
Check out The Editors's author page.
Crag Hack: Extend the Life of Your Pricey Brush
Double the lifespan of your handy boar's hair brush.
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The Essential Gear List for Joshua Tree Trad
Opening the season in Joshua Tree National Park? Add these 8 essentials to your gear list.
The Best New Stick Clip on a Budget
A first look at the Mountain Drifter Equipment Skyhook.
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Win a New Rope from Trango!
Enter now for a chance to win one of Trango’s 3 new ropes in their Agility series.
The Week’s Best Gear Deals: 25% Off Harnesses, Quickdraws, and More
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This Mid-Layer Is Next Level
This mid-layer from the Colorado-based Voormi is durable, warm, breathable, and stylish. You're going to want to check this out.
Deal of the Week: Save on Great Gear From Edelrid
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Review: Five Ten NIAD VCS
Check out Chris Van Leuven's author page.
Shoemakers and Record Breakers: A Brief History of Women’s Climbing Shoes
These days almost every climbing shoe comes in a men's and a women's version. But this wasn’t always the case.
13 Just-Out New Items Perfect for Spring Cragging
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
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The Right Packs: Picking the Perfect Pack for Any Climbing Situation
Whether you’re heading out for a sunny day at the sport crag or planning a multi-day winter 14er expedition, these packs will get the job done.
Deal of the Week: Save on 8 Climbing Essentials
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Review: Five Ten Hiangle Pro
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
Review: Petzl Laser Speed Light
Check out Michael Levy's author page.
Review: Fixe Orion Minor 5” Quickdraw
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
This Rope is Designed to Prevent Accidents
Review: Trango Agility 9.1 (70m)
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(Almost) Spring Break
10 Must-Have Items for Desert Cragging at Red Rock Canyon, Nevada
Deal of the Week: Save on Ice Climbing Gear
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Deal of the Week: Black Diamond Gear on Sale
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Hyperlite Mountain Gear Prism Collection Giveaway
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Review: Alpine Start Coffee and Matcha With Benefits
Check out Kevin Corrigan's author page.
Gripped: Climbing the Killer Pillar, a Review
Check out Rex Dangerman—Sports and Fitness Editor at New York Extreme Men's Fitness Magazine's author page.
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Hueco or Bust!
9 Must-Have Items for Winter Bouldering at Hueco Tanks, Texas
Someone Should (Pay To) Fix This Bolt: The Actual Cost of Re-Bolting
Check out Dakota Walz's author page.
8 Must-Have Ice and Alpine Tools
Winter is here—are you ready?
[Review] Winter 8000: Climbing the World’s Highest Mountains in the Coldest Season
Check out Kevin Corrigan's author page.
7 Must-Have Tools for Bouldering Season
Autumn and winter have arrived with perfect temps—are you ready with the perfect gear?
2020 Holiday Gift Guide
No matter who you're shopping for, we've got you covered with 2020's best holiday gifts for climbers, in every price range.
Review: Five Ten Kirigami
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
Review: GSI Outdoors Selkirk 540 Camp Stove
Check out Kristin Bjornsen's author page.
Review: Patagonia R1 Air Full-Zip Hoody
Check out Matt Samet's author page.
Review: Yeti Tundra Haul
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Review: Arc’teryx C-Quence Harness
Check out Kristoffer Schmarr's author page.
Review: Mystery Ranch Rip Ruck 24
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Crux: A Climbing Game for Your Phone
Check out Bennett Slavsky's author page.
[Climbing Book Club] Winter 8000: Climbing the World’s Highest Mountains
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Climbing Book Club: The Climbing Staff Discusses Peak Nutrition
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Ride and Climb: 8 Essentials for Multisport Epics
Double the adventure when you bike to the cliff. Here’s what you need to do it right.