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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.

Caring for Your Climbing Harness | How to Guide

For any sport, trad or alpine climber, your harness is an essential bit of kit. With this in mind, why not dig out your harness and follow this easy-to-follow guide to inspection and cleaning.

August 12, 2021
3 min read

20 Pro Tips EVERY Climber Should Know | Video

Ex comp climber and prolific climbing Youtuber Magnus Midtbø, offers 20 Top Tips to improve your climbing.

August 12, 2021
1 min read

John Kelly Wainwrights 2021 Record Attempt | Video

This week’s video comes from our doorstep up here in the Lake District where internationally renowned ultra-runner, John Kelly, attempts to claim the Wainwrights record.

August 06, 2021
1 min read

Mammut | Brand Profile

Mammut were founded in 1862 by Kaspar Tanner in Wohlen, Switzerland. Tanner, having finished a three-year rope making apprenticeship, embarked upon his own rope company which was later taken over by his son...

August 05, 2021
2 min read

Fixe Static Ropes | Buying Guide

Fixe are one of the oldest rope manufactures in the world with over 125 years of experience in the rope making sector. We stock a large number of Fixe semi static ropes with various features and specs, which can be a bit bewildering when trying to choose the right rope for your application. We have therefore broken them down into bite size chunks of information so you can make a more informed decision on which static rope is right for you.

July 29, 2021
3 min read

Boreal | Brand Profile

Boreal was founded in 1975 by Jesus Garcia Lopez in the town of Villena, Spain. The area around Villena has a rich history in footwear manufacturing...

July 23, 2021
2 min read

Lord of CHOSStown | Video

This week’s video is a feature length Mellow special from Colorado, USA. Here, we follow climbing vagabond, Hunter Damiani, and his motley...

July 22, 2021
1 min read

Adam Ondra Visits La Sportiva | Video

La Sportiva athlete Adam Ondra meets product specialist, Pietro dal Prà, for the full La Sportiva shoe making experience and factory tour.

July 16, 2021
1 min read

Cam Size Comparison Chart | Sizing Guide

This chart provides a straightforward, easy to interpret size comparison, to help you compare cam models against one another in terms of sizing and range of use.

July 15, 2021
1 min read

Petzl | Brand Profile

Starting up commercially in 1968 under the name ‘Produits Fernand Petzl’, Fernand marketed his best invention - the first version of the rope ascender. This was followed by the first mountaineering specific headlamp in...