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GearJunkie » Climbing
4d ago
France's climbing phenom joined with his country's free solo icon for a jaunt up Paris' Total Tower.
The post Seb Bouin Free Solos 600-Foot Building With ‘French Spider-Man’ Alain Robert appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
4d ago
For over 10 years, Mo Beck has been one of paraclimbing's most skilled — and hilarious — athletes. We caught up with her about trying…
The post Paraclimber Mo Beck on Creating the Life She Always Wanted: ‘We’re Living That Future Now’ appeared first on GearJunkie ..read more
GearJunkie » Climbing
1w 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
1w 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
1w 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
3w 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
1M 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