Posts by Rex

Bouldering crash pads have been known to become quite heavy for a lot of climbers when hauling them into remote bouldering fields. They are typically designed to have backpack straps or other...

Climbing shoes are absolutely fantastic for climbing ... but can they be used for anything else? Running shoes are commonly used for walking around in everyday life. Sandals typically end up getting...

There is not a set wardrobe to wear for rock climbing outside. Picking out the right clothing items to wear and bring along with you is key to having a great time climbing outdoors. Wearing the wrong...

Knowing approximately how long each piece of climbing gear lasts provides climbers with a general idea of when they may want to start seriously considering replacing their current gear. Some climbers...

Climbing ropes are one of the necessary gear pieces that pretty much every climber needs to own or at least have access to. Ropes are responsible for keeping climbers safe and alive and as such they...

Every climber needs to own a harness that they trust will catch them when they take a fall. Climbing with a harness that is outdated and worn out is incredibly unsafe and can result in serious...