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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.

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

DMM Sling & Rope Inspection | How to Guide

This video covers the inspection, cleaning and care of your DMM slings or ropes, with most of the info being relevant to all brands of slings or ropes.

June 07, 2021
1 min read

RMNP Summer Sends: Brooke Raboutou & Natalia Grossman | Video

This week’s video is an all-action, all-female bouldering hit from the Rocky Mountain National Park. The girls put down over fifty double digit boulder problems, including eight V13s, during this summer trip to RMNP.

June 04, 2021
1 min read

Grivel | Brand Profile

Founded in 1818, Grivel are the oldest manufacturers of alpine climbing hardware in existence today. They were the pioneers that developed the original concepts behind much of the alpine equipment we use today.

June 04, 2021
2 min read

Choosing a Climbing Harness | Buying Guide

Taking into account the dazzling array of climbing harnesses available, choosing the right harness can, on the face of it, seem a complex task. However, by asking yourself two simple questions...

June 02, 2021
6 min read

Lapsus, Italy's First 9b | Video

This week’s video comes straight from Ardonno, Italy – the birthplace of Italy’s first 9b sport climb ‘Lapsus’, originally freed by Stefano Ghisolfi back in 2015.

May 28, 2021
1 min read

Evolv Geshido | Climbing Shoe Review

Technical and versatile, yet comfortable and with a good edge, the 2021 Evolv Geshido receives a full and detailed review of its overall fit, features, usability and sizing.

May 25, 2021
4 min read

Fixe | Brand Profile

Founded in 1983, Fixe are a company moulded by their surrounding mountain and climbing hot spots of Montserrat, Terradets and Siurana. Based out of Sant Quirze de Besora (Catalonia), Fixe originally specialised in metal hardware and fast became one of the leading brands in Spain.

May 25, 2021
2 min read

The Narrow Space between 'Almost' and Success | Video

Dave Macleod treats us to a blow by blow account of his ascent of ‘Zero’, 8B... with an interesting break down of the projecting process.

May 21, 2021
1 min read

Rock Shoe Care | How to Guide

An article offering you some helpful tips on how to care for your rock climbing shoes and keep them in great condition.

May 21, 2021
3 min read

Rock + Run Praxis Fingerboard Training Plan | Training and Skills

The following article offers a training plan for the Praxis fingerboard - our wood board, developed for all levels of climber looking to improve finger and upper body strength.

May 21, 2021
5 min read

Just for Beta: The Lakes | Video

Dan Turner is back with another of his ‘Just for Beta’ videos, this edition being a compilation of some brilliant boulder problems from across the Lake District.

May 14, 2021
1 min read

Isle of Skye: Cuillin Ridge Traverse | The Basics

The Skye Cuillin Ridge is arguably the most sought-after ridge walk/scramble in the UK. This guide offers the basic information and equipment you'll need for a successful traverse of this famous scramble.

May 12, 2021
5 min read

A Long Day Out w/ Kilian Jornet | Video

Join Kilian Jornet on a journey around the summits of his Norwegian home and be inspired to live your own adventure!

May 07, 2021
1 min read

Rock + Run Blockbuster | Chalk Bag Review

Intricately, efficiently and seamlessly designed, the Blockbuster Chalk Bag is everything you might want from a chalk bucket and more.

May 07, 2021
2 min read

Unparallel | Brand Profile

Unparallel were founded in 2017 by former Five Ten development and production boss, Sang Lee. Lee, amidst Five Ten’s Adidas takeover...

May 06, 2021
2 min read

Bound by tradition: a conversation about Tribe | Video

This week’s video comes features climbers James Pearson and Jacopo Larcher chatting about the process behind climbing arguably the world's hardest trad route - ‘Tribe’. Rumoured to be around the French 9a/+ sport mark.

April 30, 2021
1 min read

DMM Cam Inspection & Maintenance | How to Guide

The following video covers the inspection, cleaning and lubrication of your DMM cams, with most of the info being relevant to all brands of rock climbing camming device.

April 29, 2021
1 min read

Edelrid | Brand Profile

Edelrid are, in many respects, an industry leader. Steeped in heritage but still conjuring up revolutionary inventions to this day, Edelrid are at the forefront of the climbing gear world.

April 28, 2021
2 min read

DMM Carabiner Inspection & Maintenance | How to Guide

This video covers the inspection, cleaning and lubrication of your DMM carabiners, with most of the info being relevant to all brands of carabiners.

April 28, 2021
1 min read

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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

DMM Sling & Rope Inspection | How to Guide

RMNP Summer Sends: Brooke Raboutou & Natalia Grossman | Video

Grivel | Brand Profile

Choosing a Climbing Harness | Buying Guide

Lapsus, Italy's First 9b | Video

Evolv Geshido | Climbing Shoe Review

Fixe | Brand Profile

The Narrow Space between 'Almost' and Success | Video

Rock Shoe Care | How to Guide

Rock + Run Praxis Fingerboard Training Plan | Training and Skills

Just for Beta: The Lakes | Video

Isle of Skye: Cuillin Ridge Traverse | The Basics

A Long Day Out w/ Kilian Jornet | Video

Rock + Run Blockbuster | Chalk Bag Review

Unparallel | Brand Profile

Bound by tradition: a conversation about Tribe | Video

DMM Cam Inspection & Maintenance | How to Guide

Edelrid | Brand Profile

DMM Carabiner Inspection & Maintenance | How to Guide

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