Rock climbing gear: a beginner’s guide
If you’re just getting into climbing, this gear guide can tell you what equipment you need, why you need it, and when to buy it.
Rock climbing tips for beginners
These top tips sum up the twelve most important things that beginner climbers need to know to grow in their new hobby.
Climbing photography 101: beyond bum shots
To follow in Jimmy Chin’s footsteps, you’ve got to up your game. Learn how in this practical guide to climbing photography.
How to not be a gumby
If you’re still making these mistakes, this is your chance to evolve and leave your gumby ways behind you.
Climbing lingo
Climber speak explained. Read on, and you’ll soon know the difference between a ‘dyno’ and a ‘deadpoint’ and between a ‘crab’ and a ‘cam’.
12 Signs that you’re a gearhead
If your interest in outdoor gear borders on obsession, you might already suspect that you’re a gearhead. The following 12 signs can confirm your suspicion.
How to poop in the backcountry
Answering the call of nature doesn’t have to be a hazardous exercise. This article explains how to safely do a number two while adhering to LNT principles.
Gear guide: trekking poles
Trekking poles can aid stability over sketchy terrain and boost uphill efficiency. Here’s how you choose a pair for your next adventure.
When to use trekking poles
Trekking poles offer real advantages in certain situations. This article explains when to use sticks and how to get the most out of them.