How to extend trad gear
It’s important to extend trad gear to reduce rope drag and prevent the rope from tugging gear out of place. Here’s how you use alpine draws and slings.
Gear guide: approach shoes
Hike, scramble or climb. A pair of sticky-soled approach shoes will help you stay surefooted when it matters most.
Gear guide: personal anchor systems
Adjustable lanyards offer significant advantages over regular slings when you need to tether yourself to an anchor. Here’s everything you need to know.
Gear guide: quickdraws
The right quickdraws can make clipping easier or lighten the weight of your rack. Here’s how you choose the best draws for your climbing objectives.
How to use bouldering for training
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.
How to pack a cooler
Keep your perishables chilled for longer with these 9 tried and tested tips for packing a cooler and preserving ice.
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.
How to clean the anchors on a single-pitch climb
Learn how to clean the anchors on a single-pitch climb using one of two techniques.
PrimaLoft, down, and the science of insulation
PrimaLoft or down. How do you choose the best fill for a jacket or sleeping bag? Learn all you need to know in this guide on insulation.