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Spin Out vs the Barn Door Spin out is a phenomenon that feels similar to the barn door, but has a different underlying cause.   A barn door occurs when Read More

Looking for outdoor rock climbing near you? You’re in luck; it hasn’t been easier to find local crags than now.  Here is a list of all the ways to find Read More

Back-steps are the simplest version of a twist-lock. Being an advanced article, we will assume you know the basics of the back-step. If you need a refresher, here’s how to Read More

What is Twist-Locking? Twist-locking refers to a family of skills, all of which are based on the same underlying concepts: the twist, and the lock.    These two concepts provide Read More

Our next skill we are going to cover is also one of the coolest moves in the sport. The principle of a knee bar is similar to that of a Read More

At the core, the fear of slipping off of a hold is essentially a fear of falling. It’s specifically the fear of feeling vertigo.   It is useful to examine Read More

Heel hooks, like a reverse flag, can be useful on lower angle terrain. However, they become a mandatory tool for roofs and roof exits. The basics of a heel hook Read More

Planning a climbing trip and trying to figure out how to gauge the weather? There are a few essential steps to take when going outside; whether it’s months in advance Read More

Now that you understand the mechanics of double dynos and single dynos, we will finish this skill with some final tips to allow you to hone your abilities and gain Read More