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Welcome to our Blog where you will find a large collection of informative articles and videos for new and experienced climbers, runners and outdoor enthusiasts.

We are particulary proud of our in-depth Product Reviews and associated Buying Guides. We have a series on The Basics, for those new to, or are interested in climbing. We also have a wealth of Product Information and Brand Profiles and much much more.

Welcome to our Blog where you will find a large collection of informative articles and videos for new and experienced climbers, runners and outdoor enthusiasts.

Lord of CHOSStown | Video

This week’s video is a feature length Mellow special from Colorado, USA. Here, we follow climbing vagabond, Hunter Damiani, and his motley...

July 22, 2021
1 min read

Adam Ondra Visits La Sportiva | Video

La Sportiva athlete Adam Ondra meets product specialist, Pietro dal Prà, for the full La Sportiva shoe making experience and factory tour.

July 16, 2021
1 min read

Cam Size Comparison Chart | Sizing Guide

This chart provides a straightforward, easy to interpret size comparison, to help you compare cam models against one another in terms of sizing and range of use.

July 15, 2021
1 min read

Petzl | Brand Profile

Starting up commercially in 1968 under the name ‘Produits Fernand Petzl’, Fernand marketed his best invention - the first version of the rope ascender. This was followed by the first mountaineering specific headlamp in...

July 14, 2021
2 min read

Jim Pope and Aidan Roberts in Wales | Video

Like many climbing staycationers, Aidan Roberts and Jim Pope head to North Wales on a quest to send some of the region’s proudest lines.

July 09, 2021
1 min read

Bouldering on Koh Tao, Thailand | Destination Articles

A tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand covered in innumerate sandy beaches, palm trees and boulders!!

July 08, 2021
3 min read

Trad Climbing with Kids & Young Adults | How to Guide

Father and son take a serendipitous journey into the world of traditional climbing, and offer some thoughts and tips for others looking to do likewise.

July 06, 2021
4 min read

Beyond Integral (9b/+) with Seb Bouin | Video

Straight from the South of France, this week’s video comes from Pic Saint-Loup – the majestic local crag of sport climbing master, Seb Bouin.

July 02, 2021
1 min read

Return of the Sleepwalker (V17) (First Ascent) | Video

Daniel Woods goes straight into battle mode with one of his hardest projects to date and what would become one of the world's hardest boulder problems.

June 23, 2021
1 min read

Climbing the Nose - Jorg Verhoeven’s 4th Free Ascent | Video

Perhaps the most iconic route in the world, The Nose is nature’s masterpiece and Verhoeven’s diary style video truly captures its magic.

June 18, 2021
1 min read

Wild Country | Brand Profile

Wild Country were founded in 1977 by British climber Mark Vallance. The company’s inception came after Vallance met American climber Ray Jardine who had made and used prototypes of a camming device he had invented.

June 18, 2021
2 min read

Rock+Run Showdown & Home Turf | Bouldering Mats Review

The build quality of the pads is terrific. Hand made by local Lake District company, Dirt Bags, there isn’t a seam out of place.

June 11, 2021
2 min read

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Lord of CHOSStown | Video

Adam Ondra Visits La Sportiva | Video

Cam Size Comparison Chart | Sizing Guide

Petzl | Brand Profile

Jim Pope and Aidan Roberts in Wales | Video

Bouldering on Koh Tao, Thailand | Destination Articles

Trad Climbing with Kids & Young Adults | How to Guide

Beyond Integral (9b/+) with Seb Bouin | Video

Return of the Sleepwalker (V17) (First Ascent) | Video

Climbing the Nose - Jorg Verhoeven’s 4th Free Ascent | Video

Wild Country | Brand Profile

Rock+Run Showdown & Home Turf | Bouldering Mats Review

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