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Rock climbing naturally brings out the gear geek in all of us. The equipment itself is just plain sexy—and as sport-specific and downright essential as it gets. If you rock climb, or aspire to, you wo ...

It’s time to buy a climbing rope, and you’re starting to feel overwhelmed. Static? Dynamic? What does it all mean? What is measured in millimeters? DOES size matter? All of these questions and more ...

Ever since the historic first free ascent of Yosemite’s intimidating Dawn Wall was broadcast on social media last summer, rock climbing has been having a moment. With indoor climbing gyms all over the ...

Among my friends, I’m the de facto outdoor-gear guy. And for years, they’ve consulted me for climbing-gear recommendations, especially if they’re new to the sport and have no idea where to start. I’ve ...

Rock climbing isn’t cool. Impressive, imposing, perhaps even insane at times, sure. But not cool, not really. Maybe it’s too wrapped up in technical equipment, or maybe it’s a matter of demographics.

ONE OF THE LAST THINGS Yvon Chouinard told me before we left,” says Peter Metcalf, the CEO of Black Diamond Equipment Ltd., raising his voice over the factory’s din, “was ‘Keep it small, keep it ...

Rock climbing has gained popularity over the past few years, and whether you watched “Free Solo” or the Paris Olympics, you might be wondering how to start rock climbing. Getting into the sport is ...

Including beginner tips and expert-recommended climbing gear and apparel to help you scale walls or boulders confidently. By Rylee Johnston All products and services featured are independently chosen ...