There are two major categories of climbing technique: static and dynamic movement. Both have their own pros, cons, and applications depending on the type of climb. Understanding what they both are and when to use them can help you progress as a climber. Static climbing involves moving in a slow …
Many people dream about being able to travel and rock climb full-time without having to worry about working a 9-5 or winning the lottery to fund their lifestyle. However, since there’s not a professional climbing league (there’s nothing like the NFL for climbing, sadly), it can be pretty difficult to …
Carabiners are crucial pieces of gear when it comes to rock climbing, but only for certain types. Boulderers might not own a single carabiner, while dedicated sport or trad climbers might have entire closets dedicated to gear storage and a huge rack of carabiners. In short, it depends on what …