Packing your rock-climbing gear should not only be an exciting routine but one that involves proper care and placement of the items. Ultimately every climber develops his own system of packing gear, but there are several things you can do to make the process easier. And if you are new to packing up all that gear, here are five tips on a system that works for… read more
Colorado climber John Gill introduced the use of chalk (a.k.a. magnesium carbonate) to the climbing world in the 1970s. A former gymnast, he decided to try using chalk to absorb sweat while climbing. It worked well and caught on quickly. Unfortunately, because rock climbing has become such a popular sport, the use of chalk can have detrimental effects on the… read more
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If you're interested in serious mountain climbing, your second priority (behind getting in great shape) must be obtaining proper equipment and gear. While state-of-the-art mountaineering gear is not always necessary, you must be sure your gear meets the safety standards endorsed by all climbers and climbing associations. read more
Climbing boulders, or "bouldering", is an activity that allows people to try rock climbing without having to commit to learning how to use ropes, climbing harnesses, carabiners, and other related rock climbing safety equipment. However, bouldering does require a decent level of physical fitness and advance preparation on the part of the climber to ensure the… read more
Rock climbing is a sport enjoyed by people around the world. This is a sport more reliant than most upon the quality and precision of its required equipment. One of the greatest improvements to the sport has been the development gear t… read more
If you want to start rock climbing your first step is to get some professional instruction. Going to a local indoor climbing company is a good start. There you will be taught basic climbing skills in a safe, controlled environment with… read more
Knowing what gear to purchase for rock climbing is no small task when you think of the life-saving qualities your gear should have. Your rock climbing gear is what will be between you and the rock and more importantly, you and the grou… read more
Few things seem more freeing than scaling a great mountain face. It is you against nature--simple concept, serene environment. Well, this very zen feeling can be accomplished only with a surprisingly large arsenal of mountain climbing… read more
Essential mountaineering gear varies considerably---depending if you are thinking of simply hiking up a snowy mountain or intend to go backpacking and perhaps stay overnight during the summer months. But there are some basics that ever… read more
Outfitting your child with an appropriate, well-fitting harness is essential for safe climbing, both outdoors and in a climbing gym. Children's harnesses are specially tailored for small frames and offer added safety features. The age… read more
Modern day climbing harnesses are all about comfort. They have come a long way from rope wraps and swami belts. Designers have added leg loops, padding and new ways of better distributing a climber's weight in a sitting position. As a… read more
On the surface, rock climbing seems to be a fairly straightforward sport--you find a rock, then make your way to the top of it. As with any sport, however, there are wide variations on the initial concept, and with those variations com… read more
You've already tried car and RV camping. You've camped at commercial campsites that had a convenient restroom and water supply. Now, you want to explore the road less traveled. Backcountry camping, also known as primitive camping, is a wonderful way to explore the remote...
Pismo State Beach, California, has many attractions and activities including camping, swimming, hiking and wildlife viewing. Birdwatching is one of the primary activities in the area. The park also has the largest over-wintering colony of monarch butterflies in the natio...
The first and most fundamental thing is never hike alone. There are too many situations, especially as an unexperienced hiker, where you may find yourself without anyone to help you. So the buddy system works and applies very much in hiking.
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