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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.

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.

March 09, 2020
3 min ler

Evolv Shaman 1.0 | Climbing Shoe Review

The Evolv Shaman is hardly a new shoe, in fact it first hit the shelves way back in 2011. The very fact that I’m now on my my third pair of Shamans may allude to what follows.

March 03, 2020
5 min ler

Petzl Actik Core | Head Torch Review

Coming in at a mere 75g, the Actik Core is barely noticeable and its minimal weight and compact, one-piece chassis means it doesn’t move around whilst you’re on the run or jolting down a steep gully.

March 03, 2020
3 min ler

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.

February 25, 2020
1 min ler

Petzl Ergonomic | Ice Axe Review

Straight away I’m going to say that, from day one, I have loved theses axes. I’ve felt very comfortable using the Ergonomic as my go-to Dry tooling and Competition axe.

February 14, 2020
6 min ler

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.

February 07, 2020
3 min ler

Out of Obsession | Video

A great little film, focussing on British boulderer Dan Turner, following his obsession and commitment to bouldering and training.

February 06, 2020
1 min ler

Jimmy Webb Climbs Lucid Dreaming | Video

Check out this really nice video showcasing Jimmy Webb's tough battle with the legendary and somewhat infamous Lucid Dreaming (V15/8C!).

February 03, 2020
1 min ler

Runner Vs BASE Jumper | Video

Base Jumper Tom Erik Heimen and trail runner Kilian Jornet "race" up and down the iconic Romsdalshorn (1550m) in Norway.

January 28, 2020
1 min ler

UK Winter Bouldering | Destination Article

The sun is low in the sky and sharp, the ground frozen and the friction perfect. Winter is the season to punish your skin and test your power on the UK’s varied and high quality rocks, boulders and mini crags.

December 19, 2019
7 min ler

Bouldering Etiquette and Respect the Rock | How to Guide

November 26, 2019
3 min ler

Scarpa Crux Women’s | Approach Shoe Review

The Crux is a well-made and well-designed shoe that any outdoor enthusiast will find good use for. I was especially impressed with how it performed on harder terrain...

October 30, 2019
3 min ler

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!

October 24, 2019
3 min ler

Metolius Session | Bouldering Pad Review

October 16, 2019
3 min ler

La Sportiva TX2 | Approach Shoe Review

From the rugged trails of Yosemite to the sandy tracks of Fontainebleau, the La Sportiva TX2 have accompanied me across a summer full of adventures, becoming my favourite footwear companion in the process.

September 26, 2019
3 min ler

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.

September 24, 2019
5 min ler

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.

August 29, 2019
4 min ler

Blue Ice Yeti | Rucksack Review

Overall, the Blue Ice Yeti Backpack is a wonderfully versatile backpack perfect for those people searching for a lightweight, yet supremely durable carrying system.