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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.

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.

The Flash: Rock+Run Blog

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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“I’d like to say it was a good fight, but it was almost disgusting!” laughed an exhausted Ondra after battling to the chains of Belly Full of Bad Berries (5.13b).
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Overall the Cumulus Incredilite just feels really comfortable, light, soft and warm to wear – as a down jacket should!
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Located in the Aegean sea 100 km southeast of Athens is the Greek island of Tinos. This Cycladean gem hosts hundreds of incredible boulder problems with seemingly endless potential and a quintessentially Greek vibe.
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The Dolomites is a mountainous region located in northern Italy, dominated by towering spires and sweeping faces reaching over 3000m. 
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Super tasty and high in slow release energy, these awesome mountain treats are healthy for both you and the environment!
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‘Good skin’ can be the crucial difference between failure and success on your project... Enter Rhino Skin, a company dedicated to making skin care products. 
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