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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.

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The Crux is a well-made and well-designed shoe that any outdoor enthusiast will find good use for. I was especially impressed with how it performed on harder terrain...
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A review of the Grivel Salamander helmet, a fantastic do-it-all helmet, ticking the boxes for a range of climbing pursuits, allowing you to tackle them with a cool head and a safe one!
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From the rugged trails of Yosemite to the sandy tracks of Fontainebleau, the La Sportiva TX2 have accompanied me across a summer full of adventures, becoming my favourite footwear companion in the process. 
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The most striking geographical feature of this quiet corner of the Pyrenees is the chaotic labyrinth of boulders which make for an astoundingly good bouldering destination.
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Whether it be a route on an overhanging crag in Tenaya’s homeland Spain, or a session at your local gym, the Tarifa can handle it with consummate ease.
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Overall, the Blue Ice Yeti Backpack is a wonderfully versatile backpack perfect for those people searching for a lightweight, yet supremely durable carrying system. 
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The evolution of the humble belay device shows no sign of slowing down, and this latest device is perhaps the most innovative yet...
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Tom Newberry takes the Exped SynMat HL on tour of the UK and Africa to test out one world's lightest insulated camping mats.
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A detailed review of the OCUN Ozone Plus climbing shoe evaluating the features, fit, performance and value for money.
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The latest high-end offering to roll off the Scarpa rock shoe conveyor belt is the Furia Air, a funky new shoe which builds on the popularity of recent S-Line (Soft Line) models: the Drago and Furia S. 
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Our Salted Caramel Peanut Butter Slice is tasty all-natural, energy packed snack, perfect for all your high output outdoor adventures.
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Fortunately, variety is something the UK does well. Whilst summer marks the end of the season for certain escarpments it also marks the start for a number of...
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On the 30th anniversary of his ascent of Agincourt, the first 8C rock climb in France, Ben Moon embarks on a trip down memory lane...
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This hard trad route is located on the remote Coir' Uisg Buttress and was...
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A buyers-guide to varying styles of crampons; incorporating usage and information on pairing with the correct boot.
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Performance Trad Climbing – Extracts from interviews with three leading exponents: Glenda Huxter, Jack Geldard & James McHaffie.
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An in depth review of the Silva Explore 3X head torch, covering a look at features, performance and a general usability overview.

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Isolated in the High Atlas Mountains, the tiny Moroccan village of Taghia hosts probably the best climbing you’ve never heard of. 
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Sleek, understated and designed with the sole focus of sending some of the world’s hardest routes, the Tenaya Iati not only provides unbeatable performance but also impressive levels of comfort.
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Learning to coil your rope is an import skill for any climber wishing to trad climb outdoors. Here we show you how to undertake the Butterfly Coil, arguably the most popular method.
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Tips, advice and comparisons on using guide mode belaying devices for rock climbing and mountaineering.
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A short film following David Fitzgerald as he attempts to climb some of Europe's hardest boulders. 
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Leonidio is a small village on the coast of mainland Greece, with winding roads, orange groves and age old farming and fishing industries... and incredible sport climbing as far as the eye can see.
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