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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.

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 ler

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 ler

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 ler

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.

February 12, 2011
6 min ler

Climbing on Lundy | Destination Article

December 10, 2010
8 min ler

Climbing in Chulilla, Spain | Destination Article

December 02, 2010
3 min ler

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.

November 25, 2010
3 min ler

October 27, 2010
5 min ler

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.