545 results for "Rock Run UK"
Bouldering in Targasonne, France | Destination Article
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.
Evolv Oracle | Climbing Shoe Review
An in depth review of the Evolv Oracle rock climbing shoe, looking at performance, fit, construction, build quality and overall usability.
Climbing Rope Maintenance | How to Guide
We all keep our cars clean and well maintained in order to avoid disaster. It affords us a sense of security and pride knowing that we are taking good care of one of our most prized possessions...
Bouldering in Rocklands, South Africa | Destination Article
This South African climbing Mecca isn't just for Super Humans! This is your guide to some of Rocklands finest boulder problems up to 7B/V8.
A Guide to Crampons | Buying Guide
A buyers-guide to varying styles of crampons; incorporating usage and information on pairing with the correct boot.
Rhino Skin Solutions | Hand Repair and Skin Care Review
‘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.
Belay Devices | The Basics
Welcome to Belay Devices: The Basics. Part of a series of articles and blog posts with simple questions to aid beginners and those interested in giving climbing a go.
Climbing in London | Destination Article
Like many climbers I spent several years carefully avoiding London.
Beastmaker | Fingerboard Review
Fingerboards have come along way since the first hefty great offerings from the likes of Entre-Prises and Bendcrete. Those original old boards were often hulking, tombstones of resin with skin searing edges at highly aggressive angles, and certainly not something that anyone, bar the keenest 'cellar dweller', would aspire to use on a regular basis.
FRCC Eastern Crags | Guidebook Review
Here at last! The new Eastern Crags guide is now available nearly 90 years after the FRCC produced their very first guidebook to Dow Crag in 1922. No longer are the proud crags of the Eastern Fells piggy-backed on to what some might see as the inferior area of Buttermere.
La Sportiva Miura VS | Climbing Shoe Review
On first glance the Miura VS seems like a Velcro version of the Miura (lace up) – a long established La Sportiva favourite. Given its loyal following (I can’t think of another model that has remained unchanged for so many years) there’s no surprise that it’s joined by a Velcro version.
Scottish Winter Climbs | Guidebook Review
There's no need to prevaricate about the quality of this guide – it's good, really good. In fact I would say along with the new Rockfax Lofoten guide this is one of the most inspiring guides I have ever picked up.
EB Strange | Climbing Shoe Review
Coming in as the stiffest (and most eye-catching) model in the EB range, the Strange has been engineered to perform tremendously on real rock with a fast lace-up system that further enhances its suitability for a day at the crag. But, aren’t laces, as the name suggests, a strange choice? Although they might take longer to tie than the Velcro alternative, the lace-up closure on the Strange provides unrivalled adjustability that a Velcro system simply can’t match.
Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ | Poles Review
Accomplished North Lancashire based fell runner and sports therapist Rowan Wood provides a detailed review of the Black Diamond Distance Carbon FLZ trail and running pole.
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.
Hard Highball First Ascent on Irish Granite | Weekly Video
With quintessentially Irish weather, Scarpa’s Scotsman is time pressured to put up his new line. You heard that right folks, even the professionals get put off by rain.
Oaty Date Slice | Recipe
Another classic recipe for energy rich, great tasting snacks for out at the crag, on the hill, or back at the tent... Everyone loves flapjacks.
Tarragona Climbs | Guidebook Review
Anyone who has cast an eye over the climbing news feed over the last few years will have noted the dominance of Spanish sport climbing. The Catalunya region is a particular hotspot and these days it’s widely regarded as the epicentre of world sport climbing.
Bouldering Essentials | Instructional Book Review
Bouldering Essentials is a lavish new publication from Irish bouldering guru David Flanagan. Like all good books, this has clearly been a labour of love for the author of Bouldering in Ireland, and the finished product is an eye catching introduction to all things bouldering.
Super Shroud, Grandes Jorasses | Stories and History
I have told this story numerous times down the pub but never ever written anything about it. It’s not the kind of tale that would ever end up in print but...
Technique Tips - Article 2: Slabs | Training and Skills
The second in a 3-part article series, written with the aim of helping improve your rock climbing technique. This article focusses on the art of climbing slabs.
Fixe Siurana 9.6mm | Climbing Rope Review
The Siurana rope is a keenly priced rope that I’ve been testing for the last few months. I’ve used it mainly sport climbing in the UK, with the occasional trad outing and a bit of top roping and indoor training thrown in. In a nutshell, the Siurana is a medium-diameter sport climbing rope that is suited to a wide variety of climbs. It clocks in at 9.6mm diameter, and comes in lengths of 30, 40, 50, 60 and 80 metres – a good range with something for everyone.
5 Low Cost Items to Improve Your Climbing | Buying Guide
What are the secrets to climbing well? Well, while there's no magic bullet solution to rock climbing mastery, some relatively inexpensive bits of kit can make a heap of difference!
Tenaya Tarifa | Climbing Shoe Review
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.
Edelrid Tommy Caldwell ProDryDT 9.6mm | Climbing Rope Review
Edelrid TC ProDry DT is a mouthful, so what does it all mean? Over the past 6 months, consisting of various climbing trips, I’ve been testing this top of the line rope to find out.
Grivel Salamander 2 | Helmet Review
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!
The Fontainebleau Circuit | Destination Article
Bouldering circuits are now widely practiced in many indoor walls around the UK. The basic idea behind the coloured circuits is to complete...
An Explanation of the Stiffness Category for Outdoor Footwear | Product Information
In this excellent video, expert mountaineer Brian Hall, of the Mountain Boot Company...
Dave Macleod Climbs Lexicon | Weekly Video
This week’s video documents another slice of the action on Neil Gresham’s awesome Lake District trad route, Lexicon, with Dave Macleod on hand to give us some insight into the route and the process behind his third ascent.
Choosing the Correct Carabiner | Buying Guide
With a multitude of sizes, shapes and designs choosing the right carabiner for the job can seem overwhelming. Here we systematically go through the reasons behind each design and outline which carabiner(s) you will need for your rock climbing requirements.
Blue Ice Aero Ice Screw | Ice Screw Review
In a world where all kit is getting lighter and lighter and lighter is it such a bad thing to consider an advanced piece of kit that isn't quite at the cutting edge of development? This is a review for the Blue Ice - Aero Ice Screw. It's important to note this is different to the newer Aero Lite screw from Blue Ice.
The Frozen Frog | Weekly Video
This Friday (10/12/21) you can catch our very own Ben Robinson’s attempt to become the first person to complete the last great Lake District challenge yet to be overcome in winter, The Frog Whitton. The route includes 96 miles of cycling over some of the hardest mountain passes in the UK, interspersed with 6 miles of open-water swimming. Weaved throughout the challenge is the story of Ben's inspirational transformation from dangerously overweight to ultra-distance athlete in just 12 months.
Bouldering in Prilep, Macedonia | Destination Article
Macedonia may not be the first place you'd think of for a bouldering trip, but if you are looking for hundreds of quality blocks off the beaten track, Prilep could be the place for you.
Foiled with Hazel Findlay | Weekly Video
This week’s video comes from the coastal climbing hotspot of Pembroke where Britain’s leading lady, Hazel Findlay, takes on Muy Caliente! – a route originally climbed by Tim Emmett at E10 6c with the consensus having settled at a scary E9 6c. Climbing the route in June 2021, Hazel has continued this incredible form by becoming the second British woman to climb 9a with her ascent of Esclatamasters in Spain earlier this year (footage here). Both ascents place Hazel firmly at the pinnacle of Bri...
Operation Moffat | Weekly Video
This week’s video is a throwback to 2015’s Kendal Mountain Festival Best Climbing film, Operation Moffat, a colourful documentary about the life of Britain’s first female mountain guide, Gwen Moffat. Born in 1924, Gwen joined the army after the second world war as a driver for the Auxiliary Territorial Service but, having been introduced to climbing by a friend in the forces, she soon deserted to pursue an exciting life in the wilderness. Ever the pioneer, Gwen was known for climbing barefoot...
A Dream of White Horses | Weekly Video
The second video this week comes to you from the wonderfully picturesque sea cliffs of Gogarth. Rising imperiously out of the swell, the Gogarth cliffs are home to a host of 3-star, ultra-classic, multi-pitch trad routes, non-more famous than the focus of this week’s video – ‘A Dream of White Horses’ (HVS 4c). This beautiful BMC video treats us to an historically accurate recreation of the climb’s first ascent which came courtesy of Ed Drummond and Dave Pearce in 1968. Climbed here by top cli...
Fingerboards | The Basics
Fingerboards are a great way to really specify your training and precisely target weaknesses in a particular grip or finger group. Find out here who should use them and how to use them safely and effectively.
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.
