Rock Climbing

WHERE YOUR STRENGTH LIES

One of a climber's greatest tools is good footwork. Your legs are much stronger and will tire more slowly than your arms. Thus, try to climb as much ...

ROCK CLIMBING SHOES

You don't need to spend $150 on your first pair of rock climbing shoes. You'll likely trash your first pair trying to learn good foot technique. A ...

SETTING TOP ROPES

When setting a top rope climb or any multi-nut anchor systems, keep in mind the following: Your anchor is only as strong as the rock it is placed in ...

HOW TO PLACE YOUR FEET

Not only is it important where you place your feet in rock climbing but how. When placing your boot on that miniscule foothold, try to be as careful ...

OVERHANGING CLIMB TECHNIQUE

Struggling on your local overhanging route? When climbing overhangs, try the following sequence. Grab a handhold about shoulder height (right hand), ...

BEGINNING CLIMBING

If you are interested in learning to climb, the first step is to read an introductory climbing book. The second and most important step is to get ...

BEGINNING CLIMBING GEAR

After learning the basics of safety and climbing technique, you can begin climbing with anyone with a rope and protection with minimal investment of ...