545 results for "Rock Run UK"
BMC Froggatt to Black Rocks | Guidebook Review
When the task in hand is to document a large part of one of the most popular climbing areas in the UK, you had better get it right. Perhaps this is why Froggatt to Black Rocks has had the ubiquitous ‘work in progress’ status for so long?!
Mammut Kento Advanced High GTX Womens
£221.00
£260.00
The Mammut Kento Advanced High GTX is the perfect leather boot for mountain tours, hikes and via ferrata. B2 rated, this boot is remarkably lightweight whilst keeping your feet supported and comfortable on the most rugged terrain. The Vibram outsole...
Mammut Taiss Light Mid GTX Womens
£296.00
£365.00
The Mammut Taiss Light Mid GTX Women's is part of a new generation of lightweight, B2 crampon compatible mountaineering boots. At just 555g (UK8), not only are they super lightweight - but lasting durability is provided by the highest quality...
Scarpa Spark | Running Shoe Review
Scarpa define the Spark as an ‘Alpine Trail’ shoe, which suggests its principal market is the off-road, but not off-track contingent.
Running Shoes | Sizing Guide
Finding the optimal fit for your running shoes could mean the difference between a new PB time and a foot full of blisters. The following guide provides a framework to help you with your next running shoe purchase.
La Sportiva Bushido | Running Shoe Review
A detailed review of the La Sportiva Bushido, a technical off-road running shoe. We take an in-depth look at usability, fit, comfort and durability.
80s Birth of Extreme: Part Two - Watch the UK's First 8a, 8c & 8c+ | Video
80s Birth of Extreme: Part Two - Filmmaker Alun Hughes presents a compilation of some of his best film moments from the 1980s.
La Sportiva Bushido II | Running Shoe Review
A detailed review, conducted over a couple of years and taking in all aspects of this popular trail shoe.
La Sportiva Tempesta GTX | Running Shoe Review
For a bit of context most of my fell running is in the Lake District, and my go to shoe for years has been the classic La Sportiva Mutant. My only issue with these shoes is that during the colder months my feet get absolutely freezing, making winter running extremely uncomfortable. So when I got the chance to try a pair of the new La Sportiva Tempesta GTX I absolutely jumped at the chance! So let’s see how they have squared up over a few hundred frozen winter miles.
The Story of the Indian Face: the UK’s first E9 climb | Weekly Video
In October 1986, Johnny Dawes made the first ascent of a climb which defined a generation, a pitch described by Paul Williams in his 1989 guidebook as being ‘of such appalling difficulty as to be almost beyond the realms of human comprehension’. The climb is, of course, The Indian Face E9 – a terrifying slab which claims centre stage on Cloggy (Clogwyn Du'r Arddu), a wall steeped in heritage, perched high on the sides of Snowdon. This short film proves a wonderful insight into the history of...
Scarpa Spin | Running Shoe Review
Built for speed, the Spin is a light, protective, low profile off-road shoe which offers a great ride and good performance across a range of terrains. The thermo-welded upper features no stitching...
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Scarpa Spin Ultra | Running Shoe Review
The Scarpa Spin Ultra was a real blessing on this type of terrain and I ended up wearing them from Keld right through to the finish at Robin Hood’s Bay (some 100miles). I’m lucky in that I don’t seem to have to break in new shoes as my feet are probably hardened from the years of rock climbing and mountaineering, that being said I probably wouldn’t recommend running 100 miles in new shoes straight form the box but for me the Spin Ultra’s were perfect.
La Sportiva Lycan GTX | Running Shoe Review
Looking for a bad weather beast to take control on the hill? Thanks to a deep, studded tread pattern, reinforced upper and Gore liner, the La Sportiva Lycan GTX is the quintessential winter off-road shoe.
Lacing Tips For Running Shoes | Training and Skills
Here are a few tips that will help you get the most out of your running shoes whether you’re running on road, off road, fell running or orienteering.
Paul Tierney - Wainwrights Running Record | Video
Paul Tierney set out on an epic adventure to summit all 214 Alfred Wainwright Lake District peaks in one go. His goal was to try and beat the record time of 6 days 13 hours and 1 minute, set five years earlier by fellow fell runner Steve Birkinshaw.
Kahtoola MICROspikes
£54.95
£65.00
The Kahtoola MICROspikes are traction spikes that you slip over your footwear to provide grip on walking trails when in snowy, icy or muddy weather. Now with a 50% lower profile elastomer harness, the MICROspikes also have updated and improved eyelet reinforcements and...
Five Ten Blackwing | Climbing Shoe Review
As a recent convert to the joys of Five Ten I’ve been slowly working my way through their arsenal of shoes. As I solely boulder and tend to cast my aspirations to steeper angles, Five Ten undoubtedly offer the biggest range of shoes to fill every conceivable niche.
Grivel G12 Cramp-o-Matic | Crampon Review
A long, long time ago when Scottish grade V was the top ice grade in the country and climbers used ice tools called Pterodactyls there was only one crampon available in the UK: The Salewa Classic.
Climbing in Leonidio, Greece | Destination Article
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.
Tendon Smart 10mm | Climbing Rope Review
On the face of it Tendon is a fairly recent addition to the UK’s rope brand portfolio; although in truth we have seen ropes from the parent company in the recent past, in the shape of products from Czech rope manufacturer Lanex.
Bouldering Pads | Get Outdoors Top 5
With summer and the outdoor climbing season fast approaching, you might be planning to make your debut on real rock, taking the skills you’ve learnt at an indoor wall to your local crags or boulders. In this mini-series we’ll be looking at some of the kit you’ll need to get started climbing outside. This week it’s the turn of bouldering pads, the portable blocks of foam that you’ll be taking with you on a bouldering trip to protect you in the case of a fall. Below we’ll suggest our top 5 pick...
Evolv Valor | Climbing Shoe Review
I was expecting to like Evolv’s new mid level velcro, the Valor. Based on the Defy, a stalwart of the of Evolv Range, the Valor provides a more robust forefoot midsole and thicker Trax rubber outsole, to make for an altogether stiffer shoe.
Sterling Velocity | Climbing Rope Review
Sterling Ropes are already a well established brand in the USA and Europe. They are however a newcomer to the UK and it is only since the late spring that they have been available over here, distributed through Beta Climbing Designs.
Scarpa Crux | Approach Shoe Review
So far I’ve been impressed – these things are the business! They fulfill pretty much all of the criteria I look for in an approach shoe. Firstly they’re light enough not to be too much of a burden when carrying them up a route (830g for a pair of size 44s).
Performance Trad Climbing | Training and Skills
Performance Trad Climbing – Extracts from interviews with three leading exponents: Glenda Huxter, Jack Geldard & James McHaffie.
Commando Ridge, Bosigran, Cornwall | Destination Article
I first came across the legendary Commando Ridge in a conversation with a gnarly Northerner in the French Alps. The Northerner’s utter disgust...
A Channel Island Climbing Adventure | Weekly Video
This video follows Sophie, who has significant impairments but refuses to let that get in the way of achieving her goals.Not only has she set herself the challenge of doing 30 new things before she turned 30. She also completed 30 climbs in 30 days with support from Climb LBG, to raise money for a local hospice.
OCUN Ozone Plus | Climbing Shoe Review
A detailed review of the OCUN Ozone Plus climbing shoe evaluating the features, fit, performance and value for money.
Types of Climbing | The Basics
Climbing as a whole is a great sport, however there are many different types of climbing that can be confusing to beginners or those interested in giving climbing a go.
Boreal Synergy | Climbing Shoe Review
At last, Boreal has created a shoe that could potentially compete with the UK’s brand leaders in performance rock shoes... thanks to serious under-the-hood performance, the Synergy has rapidly earned a special place in my heart.
Five Ten Galileo | Climbing Shoe Review
Despite quietly residing in the shadows of other stalwart and widely acclaimed models, such as the Anasazi Velcro, Verde and Blanco, the Five Ten Galileo has steadily earned a reputation as a solid performer, since its creation some 5 years ago.
Climbing Shoes | The Basics
A climbing shoe buying guide, to help you get exactly what you want in the right size. Find out about the different types of climbing shoes on the market and take a look at our climbing shoe buying guide.
Approach Shoe & Walking Boot | Sizing Guide
A guide to fitting and sizing approach and walking boots from many big name brands, such as Scarpa, La Sportiva, Black Diamond, Boreal and more.
King Lines & 8B First Ascents, Aidan Roberts in the Lakes | Video
Wedge are back with another Aidan Roberts send fest, this episode coming from his home patch in the Lake District.
La Sportiva TX4 | Approach Shoe Review
The La Sportiva TX4 is the leather approach shoe part of La Sportiva’s Traverse X approach series...
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.
Clip Sticks: Cowardice and the Art of Cheating | Product Information
Intrinsic cowardice is not conducive to sport climbing. Whilst its certainly not as significant a handicap as it is to trad...
Arcteryx Acrux SL Leather | Approach Shoe Review
The reliable fit gave me the confidence to use the Acrux for a wide variety of activities, and when scrambling...
Mountain Boots | Sizing Guide
A detailed guide to fitting and sizing mountaineering boots incorporating a foot measuring chart.
Bouldering on Dartmoor | Destination Article
Place your feet on tiny quartz crystals; deadpoint precisely into the deceptively sloping breaks and lock smoothly (or slap wildly!) up to the rounded top out.
