Access Fund Gives $15,000 to Replace Aging Bolts
The bolt-replacement grants were distributed to nine local climbing organizations.
Climbing Safety
Want to Get Better at Trad Climbing? Go Aid Climbing
Aid climbing is the one sure-fire way to accelerate the trad climbing learning curve
Learn to Control Your Fear… It Might Save Your Life
After a near-death climbing experience, I was inspired to dig deeper into the psychology of fear and learn about its effect on performance, how it wells up in the first place, and what we can do to deal with it. What I found will take your climbing to the next level—and could save your life.
9 Ways to Make Multipitch Climbs Safer, Faster, and More Fun
There's something magical about doing big routes in faraway places. But on these walls it's important to have your systems and tactics totally ironed out.
Stayin’ Alive: 10 Tips to Keep You Safe
A lifelong climber lays out her advice for avoiding accidents.
Best to Avoid These 5 Common Gym-to-Crag Mistakes
Climbing gyms make fantastic training and practice environments, but they also reward some bad habits that can be downright unsafe outside. Jump-start your transition to outdoor master by avoiding these five common mistakes.
Is Trad Climbing More Dangerous Than Sport Climbing? What 30 Years of Accident Data Tells Us
A comprehensive analysis of 30 years worth of data of climbing accidents recorded in Accidents in North American Climbing.
10 Key Habits to Keep You Safe on the Wall
No matter how experienced you are, gravity never sleeps. Stay safe and stay vigilant with these 10 time-tested tips.
Climber Hurt After Being Dropped—Needs Your Help
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Belaying Outside is Different From Belaying in a Gym. You’d Better Know the Difference.
Uneven stances, hanging belays, anchors, roots and rocks your rope can snag on...belaying outside is full of hazards that aren't replicated in the gym. Here are some strategies to keep both the climber and belayer safe and secure.
For Safety’s Sake, Don’t Do This: Gear Loop Belay
It's Safety Sunday. Let's start the week off by learning from the mistakes of others.
Is Your Knot Tied? Even the Best Get It Wrong. Don’t Let It Happen To You.
Even expert climbers forget to finish their knot, or just don't tie it right. Don't let that be you.
High Avalanche Danger Leads to Dangerous Winter for Backcountry Users in North America
The snowpack, prone to slides, has proven deadly for a number of backcountry goers.
Alpine Knee: Speed Isn’t Always Safety
After several personal losses, our columnist reexamines her relationship to speed.
Bouldering Skills: The Art of Spotting
Don't just stand there—spot!
Learn to Evaluate Trad Anchors With This 12-Point Rubric
Assign point values to each piece in an anchor to assess overall reliability
An Unbelayvable Goodbye
SCARY (AND TRUE) TALES FROM A CRAG NEAR YOU
Can a Drone Cut a Climbing Rope?
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5 Steps for Safer Rappelling
Follow these guidelines to maximize rappel safety
Editors' Choice Classic: Petzl Meteor Helmet
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Built to Last? The Hidden Dangers Of Climbing Bolts
Check out Jeff Achey's author page.
The Rope Litter
Check out Bryan Simon's author page.