Climbing

Free Climbing: Gym Chain Offers Free Entry, Classes, and Rentals on Saturday, July 13

Saturday, July 13, is Global Climbing Day. Climb for free and join in the festivities at a Movement Climbing, Yoga, and Fitness location near you.

Written by Seiji Ishii July 12, 2024

Body of US Climber Recovered After 22 Years on Mountain

As climate change melts mountains around the world, the bodies of climbers lost for decades are appearing more frequently.

Written by Andrew McLemore July 10, 2024

Recyclable Climbing Holds: What Sustainable Indoor Climbing Can Look Like

Millions of holds end up in dumpsters annually. Here’s a rundown on the past, current, and future of recyclable climbing holds.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 27, 2024

The Best Women’s Climbing Shoes of 2024

We tested and reviewed the best women’s climbing shoes of 2024, including picks from La Sportiva, SCARPA, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton & Miya Tsudome June 25, 2024

Climb Upstate NY’s First Via Ferrata With Us: A New Way to Experience the Shawangunks

Upstate New York got it’s first via ferrata. Read about our correspondent’s experience on the cabled rock climbing route.

Written by Pam LeBlanc June 20, 2024

Kid-Friendly, Climber-Approved: The ‘Via Ferrata’ Experience

Via ferrata isn’t a mainstream activity here, but it’s catching on. And for good reason: it’s an ideal way to introduce kids to the alpine.

Written by Stephen Regenold June 17, 2024

Metolius Roll Up Stick Clip Review: A High-Tech, Ingenious, but Expensive Solution to Sketchy First Bolts

The Metolius Roll Up Stick Clip is the most compact and ingenious stick clip ever devised, but it comes at a high cost.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 11, 2024

The World’s 10 Most Dangerous Mountains

Did you know that K2 is thought to have a curse against women? Or that Mt. Washington in New Hampshire is more dangerous, by sheer…

Written by Andrew McLemore June 07, 2024

Pro Rock Climber Charles Barrett Gets Life Sentence for Multiple Sexual Assaults

During trial, three other women came forward to testify about abuse and harassment caused by Barrett.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 04, 2024

Beyond the GRIGRI: Petzl Launches Neox Assisted Belay Device for Lead Climbing

Petzl announces the new Neox assisted-braking belay device today, touting it as optimized for lead climbing.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 04, 2024

Harrowing Rescues High on Denali: 2 Climbers Saved, Deceased Climber Identified

One member of the three-person climbing team managed to survive in an ice cave for 2 days until rescuers could reach him.

Written by Andrew McLemore June 03, 2024

New York Times Article Alleges Nims Purja Sexually Assaulted Fellow Climbers; Purja Responds

Today, the New York Times published a revealing investigative article on the alleged sexual misconduct of Nirmal ‘Nims’ Purja.

Written by Angela Benavides May 31, 2024

Historic First Descent on Great Trango Tower: The Exclusive Story

Great Trango Tower in Pakistan has long been revered among rock climbers for its extreme conditions and incredible appearance. We spoke with three skiers who…

Written by Will Brendza May 30, 2024

‘They’re Calling Me a Liar’: Nims Purja Posts Video to Prove Foul Play Atop Everest

Mountaineer Nims Purja fires back at claims that he invented a crime with video evidence that allegedly shows sliced ropes on Everest.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 29, 2024

Blind Climber Completes Historic Trad Ascent on Devils Tower

Jesse Dufton completed the first blind trad lead on Devils Tower last week. He proclaimed it ‘the hardest trad route I’ve completed to date.’

Written by Seiji Ishii May 28, 2024

Famed Mountaineer Nims Purja Clashes With Nepali Govt. Over Everest ‘Rope Cutting’ Controversy

Despite a claim that ropes had been cut high on the mountain, another team reached Everest’s summit a day later.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 28, 2024

Fatal Indoor Climbing Accident Claims Life of Gym Worker

An experienced rock climber and longtime climbing gym employee fell this his death in the facility he worked in for over 20 years.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 24, 2024

Terrifying Footage of Mount Everest Cornice Accident Aftermath

A cornice on the summit ridge or Mount Everest collapsed on May 21, and a video shows the harrowing aftermath.

Written by Angela Benavides May 23, 2024

Sherpa Sets New Mount Everest Summits Record

Kami Rita Sherpa first climbed Mount Everest in 1994, and hopes the new Everest record will bring more attention to Nepal’s mountaineers.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 22, 2024

The Best Climbing Ropes of 2024

We took to the whips to find the best climbing ropes for every type of climbing, with top picks from Sterling, Mammut, and Edelrid.

Written by Miya Tsudome and Matt Bento May 21, 2024

Japanese Climber Dies on ‘Treacherous’ Section of Denali

The soloist died in a dangerous section of Denali that has killed 13 other climbers since 1980, according to park officials.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 21, 2024

Fear the Smear? These No-Edge Climbing Shoes Up Your Slab Game

La Sportiva No-Edge climbing shoes feature a rounded toe to enhance sensitivity and precision, increasing surface area for better grip.

Nims Recovers Bodies of American Woman and Sherpa Attempting Record-Setting Climbs

The recovery occurred on Shishapangma, the same mountain where Kristin Harila was denied a similar request to recover her former climbing partner.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 20, 2024

Sport Climbing in the 2024 Paris Olympics: Qualifying Explained

The road to the sport climbing events in the 2024 Paris Summer Olympic Games is long and convoluted. Here’s our explainer.

Written by Seiji Ishii May 20, 2024

Body of Colorado Climber Recovered From Longs Peak After 4-Day Search

The body of the missing climber from Colorado Springs has been recovered from Mills Glacier on Longs Peak near Rocky Mountain National Park.

Written by Will Brendza May 17, 2024

The Best Climbing Helmets of 2024

Whether you’re headed to the sport crag or a distant alpine big wall, every climber’s kit should include a helmet.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss May 17, 2024

Climber Missing in Rocky Mountain National Park After Summiting Longs Peak

The Colorado Springs man was reported missing Monday after attempting to summit Longs Peak, one of Colorado’s most popular mountains.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 14, 2024

The Best Approach Shoes of 2024

Even though the sport climbers and boulderers don’t like it, sometimes getting to the crag requires a bit of hiking.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Matt Bento May 14, 2024

Climbing Pants for Curvy Women: Funding Soars for Pangoo

Pangoo aims to build climbing pants that fit more women. Thanks to Instagram, REI, and Kickstarter, the brand is well on its way.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 10, 2024

5 First Ascents: TNF Athlete Travels Brazil on Quest for New Routes

Felipe and Bruno Camargo travel across their home of South America making a series of first ascents and climbing the continent’s first 5.15 (9a+) —…

Written by Will Brendza May 09, 2024

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