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MSR | Brand Profile

In 1969, Seattle engineer and lifelong mountaineer Larry Penberthy formed ‘Mountain Safety Research’ as a one-man mission devoted to improving the safety of climbing equipment.

September 03, 2021
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King Lines & 8B First Ascents, Aidan Roberts in the Lakes | Video

Wedge are back with another Aidan Roberts send fest, this episode coming from his home patch in the Lake District.

August 27, 2021
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Scarpa Gecko | Approach Shoe Review

Comfy, robust and the best underfoot experience I’ve ever had in an approach shoe – the Scarpa Gecko is a superb shoe, impeccably suited to Britain’s mountain conditions and rugged terrain.

August 24, 2021
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Rope Soloing Sweden's Hardest Offwidth | Video

Wide Boy Pete Whittaker is back with another light-hearted video – this time from
Sweden as he attempts one of his hardest pitches of rope soloing to date.

August 20, 2021
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Climbing Shoes of Choice for Olympic Athletes | Product Information

The following video incorporates a run down of not only which brands each Olympic climbing athlete was using, but also which models they chose for the different styles of climbing.

August 16, 2021
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Babsi Zangerl & Jacopo Larcher Attempt the Eiger North Face in a Day | Video

Climbing’s ultimate power couple, Babsi Zangerl and Jacopo Larcher strive to climb the Eigerwand’s hardest route, Odyssee (8a+, 1,400 meters), inside a day...

August 13, 2021
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Moon Climbing | Brand Profile

Moon Climbing are a British company that were founded in 2002 (initially under the brand name S7) by professional rock climber, Ben Moon.

August 13, 2021
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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...

July 14, 2021
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Jim Pope and Aidan Roberts in Wales | Video

Like many climbing staycationers, Aidan Roberts and Jim Pope head to North Wales on a quest to send some of the region’s proudest lines.

July 09, 2021
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Bouldering on Koh Tao, Thailand | Destination Articles

A tropical island in the Gulf of Thailand covered in innumerate sandy beaches, palm trees and boulders!!

July 08, 2021
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Trad Climbing with Kids & Young Adults | How to Guide

Father and son take a serendipitous journey into the world of traditional climbing, and offer some thoughts and tips for others looking to do likewise.

July 06, 2021
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Beyond Integral (9b/+) with Seb Bouin | Video

Straight from the South of France, this week’s video comes from Pic Saint-Loup – the majestic local crag of sport climbing master, Seb Bouin.

July 02, 2021
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