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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.

Sport Climbing at Dinas Rock, South Wales | Destination Article

August 08, 2011
4 min read

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.

July 15, 2011
4 min read

Warton Upper Crag | Miniguide

July 13, 2011
1 min read

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.

July 01, 2011
3 min read
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Rockfax Pembroke | Guidebook Review

When Rockfax released the new 2009 edition Pembroke guide, they made a point of making comparisons with its predecessor – published way back in 1995.

June 10, 2011
3 min read

Climbing in Sierra Espuña and Mula, Spain | Destination Article

April 22, 2011
5 min read

Lundy | Guidebook Review

The team behind the latest edition of the Climbers’ Club guide to Lundy clearly acknowledge the importance of an inspiring cover shot and it is the glorious image of Neil Dickson on The Cullinan that makes an excellent first impression.

April 10, 2011
3 min read

Mad Rock Mugen Tech 2.0 | Climbing Shoe Review

On initial inspection I was impressed; there were none of the zany features that have put me off buying Mad Rocks in the past. The one thing that does stand from the norm is the rubber coated toe box – being a big fan of toe hooking this seemed like a great idea, as the up fronts of my Anasazis will attest to.

March 25, 2011
4 min read

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.

March 01, 2011
3 min read

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.