The Wandering Climber
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Focusing on destination guides, discussions, and gear reviews. The Wandering Climber started off as a destination climbing blog and has since grown most things rock climbing!
The Wandering Climber
2y ago
Hey! By the way… this page contains affiliate links. So if you make a purchase after clicking one at no cost to you we may earn a small commission. Thanks for your support! The climbing gym can be the perfect place to start rock climbing, to train during the winter, or for any day you […]
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The Wandering Climber
2y ago
Thailand, the land of smiles, not only features some of the most beautiful beaches on the planet but also has great rock climbing to offer! There is: deep water soloing bouldering in a zoo (!!) single-pitch sport climbing multi-pitches …and much more. Because of its hot and humid climate, the rock climbing season in Thailand […]
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The Wandering Climber
2y ago
Did you know, most climbing chalks are essentially 100% Magnesium Carbonate, MgCO3, super common and cheap materials? Now, there are lots of different brands of chalk out there, with different textures and prices, but here we’ve waded through all that already to give you an overview of which climbing chalk is going to be the […]
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The Wandering Climber
3y ago
Why Would You Need to Belay From Above? Whether you’ve just made the transition from gym to outdoor climbing, or you’ve been climbing single-pitch sports routes for years, it’s possible that you’ve never needed to belay from above. However, knowing how to belay from above is essential for multi-pitch climbing and trad climbing, and can […]
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The Wandering Climber
3y ago
Does this ever happen to you? You see the local crushers waltz up your projects… crushing your soul with their bulging forearms? We’re all been there. But don’t worry. If you’re looking to shred your forearms you’re in the right place. One of the best and easiest ways to exercise your handgrip strength is by […]
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The Wandering Climber
3y ago
Rock climbing seems like a pretty extreme sport. As climbers, we often spend our time hanging out far up cliffs, protected only by a skinny rope and anchoring points that can look intimidatingly spaced out. And we fall. A lot. As climbers, almost all of us have asked ourselves – often when contemplating an uncertain […]
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The Wandering Climber
3y ago
In this article, we will present to you the top 10 climbing shoes of 2021 from the leading climbing brands in the world! But that’s not everything. We’ve also done our homework and written up a buying guide for you so next time you’re out and about to buy yourself a new pair of climbing […]
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The Wandering Climber
3y ago
In this article, we will present to you the top 10 climbing shoes of 2021 from the leading climbing brands in the world! But that’s not everything. We’ve also done our homework and written up a buying guide for you so next time you’re out and about to buy yourself a new pair of climbing […]
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The Wandering Climber
3y ago
There is no shortage of exercise clothing for sale these days, so it might be a bit overwhelming to think about what to wear rock climbing indoors or outdoors! But don’t worry, here we discuss what kind of clothes you need to go rock climbing, what you don’t need, and the most important question: Can […]
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The Wandering Climber
3y ago
Have you ever been in a situation at the rock wall where there are no more holds you can reach with your hands, and there is no way to bring your feet higher? Don’t get me wrong, you can clearly see the next hold, barely out of reach, but no matter how much you stretch […]
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