Next Saturday Showroom Opening: 20th December

Next Saturday Showroom Opening: 20th December

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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

We couldn't have picked anything else for our weekly video, could we? Without further ado, here's Will Bosi's much covered second ascent of Burden of Dreams, the world's first ever 9A boulder problem. Enjoy!
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We're back this week with another high tech video from Ben at Hard is Easy as he takes a deep dive into the physics of a Petzl GriGri.

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Innovative brilliance in a versatile vehicle of climbing comfort and performance, it doesn't get any better than the modern day remake of the Scarpa Vapour S. Recent years have seen a renaissance for the climbing slipper with many of the top brands ranging one, although most seem to type cast their slipper into one of two categories; the left-field performance thoroughbred or the super-soft, comfy training shoe. But, as legendary inventor, Thomas Edison once said, "There's a way to do it better - find it", and I reckon Scarpa might just have done that with the Vapour S, here's why.
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This week's video is a quicker hit than usual with uncut footage from Mellow of local Lake District lad, Aidan Roberts, flashing Momentum - a V14/8B+ in Valle Bavona, Switzerland. A Nalle Hukkataival first ascent, Momentum's crux is a painful quarter-pad right hand crimp with a huge lock off right through to a pinch, sounds right up Aidan's street if you ask us. Enjoy! 
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From easy-going, summer trails to soggy coastal walk ins, the Mission Leather Lows from Black Diamond have been a revelation. Like a best hits album, the Mission Leather Lows combine a lot of the essential underfoot features of their superb approach shoe range with the best bits of a sturdier leather walking boot to produce the ultimate approaching machine. 
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This week's video features everyone's favourite Mellow member, Keenan Takahashi, as he embarks on the quest for new king line highballs in the Buttermilks. From his journey through climbing to the ultimate development and send of A Little Life V14, this one had us on the edge of our seats throughout. We challenge you to get through this without sweaty palms, enjoy!
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Faster, lighter, brighter, the Guide 30 is the quintessential Deuter pack within the new SS23 range boasting a range of subtle and some not so subtle improvements that put the new packs up there as the very best on the market. Perfectly sized for a day out in the UK hills, the Guide 30 sits at the fulcrum of the Guide range and will doubtless be one of the most popular options for UK mountaineers but, is it worth your money?
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In 2017, British climber James Pearson made the first ascent of Le Voyage at Annott crag, near his adopted home in France. With runout 8b+ climbing above tricky gear, it weighed in at E10 on the British trad scale. Top British climber, Steve McClure, thought it sounded right up his street and couldn't resist donning the unlaced 5.10 Blancos to take a look. Cracks, crimps and cams, Le Voyage has it all - enjoy!
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Bosi is BACK. Life after Lappnor looks sweet with Bosi firmly cementing himself as the world's in-form boulderer becoming only the second climber ever, after Shawn Raboutou, to climb two 9A graded boulder problems. In this week's video, we take a look at the trip that kickstarted Will's rise to outdoor domination. Going toe to toe with Adam Ondra on a super successful Czech climbing trip was just the start for Bosi - enjoy!
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The Cuesta from Blue Ice is a sleek, modern rock climbing harness from the Chamonix-based French brand. While Blue Ice might be known more for their alpine gear, the Cuesta is very much a rock climbing harness – though the version that has adjustable leg loops would no doubt be at home in any mountain environment. I’ve been easing my way into the early season for rock climbing here in the south of the UK with the Cuesta in tow (along with gloves, hat and many layers!). 

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This week's video is a break from the harsh realities of our more common world class climbing video recommendations, yes V17's hard and no, sadly we aren't that strong. In Casually Explained's summary of Rock Climbing, you'll find ample relief from the real thing with a tongue and cheek take on the sport and our wonderfully diverse community. Enjoy!
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Deuter have been making some of the best packs on the market for over 100 years, and manage to keep surprising us with new ideas and designs of their packs. This season is no different with the release of updated versions of some much loved packs.

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