Slopers and Pinches are Inevitable. When we break into the higher grades, we will inevitably encounter more pinches and slopers, which are frequently the bane of newer climbers. Both types
Rock climbing shoes have evolved tremendously and come in all shapes, sizes, and colors. What was once normal to use hiking boots has transformed into a minimal design made to
Why Start With a Double Dyno? A double dyno is the most extreme form of a dyno. A climber literally jumps with both hands from a starting set of holds
What is Locking Off? In climbing, the term locking off is when a climber tries to hold a position on the rock wall. The arms are usually bent around a
Why Do You Need a High Step? High steps become more and more common as slab and vertical moves get harder. A high step is difficult to precisely define. In
What is a Deadpoint? Deadpoints are the foundation of dynamic climbing. It’s a movement pattern that aims to use momentum, rather than pure strength, to accomplish a move. The
Whether you see “5.10b” in a gym or guidebook, understanding climbing grades is not intuitive. As you climb more, understanding climbing grades becomes second nature. One thing to remember throughout
Speed Climbing vs Climbing at Speed? The simplest way to introduce the feel of dynamic climbing is to start climbing “at speed.” It is likely that you have some passing
For many, lead climbing is what draws us into the sport of rock climbing. Do you ever ask yourself why you climb? What is it about this sport that draws
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