Trail & Crag

Besides allowing you to cop a no-hands rest, a kneebar can also free up a hand to clip or make an otherwise difficult reach. This is how you do it.

Whether you climb 5.11 or 5.13, being able to rest on route can make the difference between a send and flail.

Learn how to develop a training program that will produce the performance gains needed to crush your projects.

For climbers trying to break into the higher grades, board training is one of the best exercises for developing contact strength and upperbody power.

Bouldering is one of the best ways to develop strength that translates directly into climbing performance. Here’s how to use it as a training tool.

Whether you’re trying to send your first 5.12 or crush V7, hangboarding can help you take your grip strength to the next level.

When honing their craft, new tradsters usually focus on their gear skills, but there’s more to trad climbing than being able to place nuts and cams.

Ultralight gear isn’t cheap. Avoid any post-purchase dissonance by learning how to choose the right gear for going fast and light.

There’s no reason to lug a heavy backpack. Lighten your load with these 14 tried and tested weight-saving tactics.

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