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GearJunkie » Climbing
6d ago
Black Diamond's new Erratic bouldering crash pad is lighter and has a more substantial carrying system than others.
The post The Moves Should Be Hard, Not the Approach: Black Diamond Erratic Bouldering Crash Pad Review appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
6d ago
While foreign tourists easily come and go in helicopters, locals are often refused flights — even for emergency medical attention.
The post Nepalis Block Flights to Manaslu Over Lack of Medical Access appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
6d ago
During a rappel off Devils Tower National Monument's El Cracko Diablo, a 21-year-old climber fell, sustaining fatal injuries. His partner was stranded on the wall…
The post Devils Tower Fatality: Climber Fell From Iconic Crag appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
2w ago
A mountaineer and MIT-trained engineer is on a mission for the American Alpine Club to study climate change's impact on Washington mountains.
The post Mount Rainier’s Melting Summit Exposes New Highest Point appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
2w ago
The SCARPA Veloce L is soft and sticky and proved that an indoor-specific climbing shoe can make a significant difference.
The post Super Pliable and Sticky for Pumping Plastic: SCARPA Veloce L Climbing Shoe Review appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
2w ago
The mission of the Khumbu Climbing Center has been to increase safety margins for Nepali climbers and high-altitude workers. It's had a massive impact since…
The post Khumbu Climbing Center Turns 20: Protecting Climbers, Sherpas Since 2004 appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
3w ago
The Tenaya Oasi and Oasi LV proved to be a great choice for the climber moving beyond the beginner ranks. It's also a good value.
The post Step Up From Your Beginner Climbing Shoe: Tenaya Oasi LV Review appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
1M ago
Alex Honnold's new family addition surely infringes on his free time. A simple climbing board can help. But Honnold, of course, goes big.
The post Check Out Alex Honnold’s Jaw-Dropping Home Climbing Gym appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
1M ago
The new Black Diamond Hydra ice tool is here, and it has a modular head system for extreme versatility. Watch how this tool came to…
The post Watch the Hydra Ice Tool Come to Life: Black Diamond’s Creative, Production, and Testing Process appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
1M ago
Kilian Jornet hopes to benefit medical science and climate advocacy with his latest, jaw-dropping objective.
The post Kilian Jornet’s ‘Alpine Connections’ Project Is One of the Most Eye-Opening Expeditions Ever appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more