Let’s put it this way: no injuries are really reported in this extreme sport because those who don’t make it have died. So, in short, free soloing is an extremely dangerous sport, one that has led to the untimely deaths of many experienced climbers.
How-tos
How Strong Do I Have To Be To Go Climbing
Most people seem to have this strange perception that just because I go climbing, I’m some sort of muscle-machine. But the truth of it is, if you’re fit enough to climb up a ladder, then you can climb up a climbing wall or a cliff. So, how strong do I […]
Rock climbing for people with fear of heights
If you had told me 5 years ago that I’d become an avid climber, never missing a chance to get on the crag every weekend, I would have laughed at you. I was terrified of heights to the point where it would paralyze me. I’d grab the ladder from the […]
Climbing Postpartum: What You Need to Know Before Your Climb
Having a baby in and of itself is an intensive sport. It makes sense that if you can handle all that pushing (or even if you endure an emergency c-section), you are a superwoman capable of handling any wall. But the reality of it is, we’re all different, our postpartum […]
Climbing for Two – How to Survive Pesky Pregnancy Changes
Love rock climbing but just found out you’re pregnant? Generally speaking, you don’t have to give one up for the other. As long as your doctor gives you the green light, you can keep climbing. Of course, there are safety precautions you must enact while pregnant, which I’ve discussed in […]
Good Indoor Climbing Etiquette Every Beginner Should Know
For those of you that have decided to start the New Year off by reaching new heights, climbing is a great way to challenge yourself and grow your strength. Many people decide to test this out in the gym world where it seems a little less daunting for a newbie […]
12 ways to become a more eco-friendly climber
Climbing as a sport is getting increasingly popular. Whether you climb indoors in one of the hundreds of climbing gyms in North America or outdoors, it can be both fun and safe if done with proper equipment and technique. But, it’s worth mentioning that we, as climbers have a moral […]
The Importance of Skin Care for Climbers
As a novice, you may not have considered the need for extra skin protection for climbing. As you progress, you’ll notice those hands getting downright painful at times if you don’t take good care of your skin. So, let’s take a closer look at the importance of skin care to […]
Can you climb with long fingernails
Well, it depends on the length, but shorter nails are definitely the way to go when it comes to climbing. You should trim them regularly and keep them in good shape; The edges of your fingernails can also get hard and cause you a lot of pain when focusing on less positive holds like slopers. As a result…
How to use chalk for indoor climbing
Climbing without chalk is like eating soup at a restaurant without a spoon. But how do you use climbing chalk? Chalk is probably one of the most important things in any climber’s toolkit. However, it’s quite commonly misused.Have you ever entered a climbing gym only to be hit by an […]
