GRANITE FALLS, NC | June 1st 2024 – Granite Insurance, a trailblazer in the insurance industry, is proud to unveil its pioneering Adventure Insurance Program, poised to redefine the landscape of adventure insurance. Built upon a foundation of rewarding industry-specific risk management characteristics, such as accredited operations and documented training practices, this groundbreaking program represents a […] The post Granite Insurance Revolutionizes Adventure Insurance with New Innovative Program appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

The industry’s big week did not disappoint. For a third straight year, the Climbing Wall Association’s annual CWA Summit—the largest climbing industry gathering in North America—took place at a new location, this time convening climbing professionals in the West Coast city of Portland, Oregon, from May 13-17. By the numbers, the weeklong event included: 3 […] The post CWA Summit 2024 – Observations From the Floor appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

Today’s episode features Buck Yedor, also known as “Big Wall Buck” at The Spot Gyms in Colorado, where he oversees routesetting at The Spot’s five locations. True to his nickname in Colorado—and his Yosemite nickname “Bouldering Buck”—Yedor’s proudest climbing accomplishments include a ground-up free ascent of Freerider on El Capitan and double-digit boulders. Before The […] The post Bless Its Brushless Heart – CBJ Podcast with Buck Yedor appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

Just a few thoughts While we’re all waiting for the Budapest Olympic Qualifier, U.S. comps continue. Collegiate Nationals went down in Arizona last weekend, and Vail has their big annual comp next week, the 2nd time as the North American Cup Series, previously a World Cup for many years, and an earlier legacy that goes back […] The post Climb Insider: pods, comps, crag tips appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

CBJ hosts the most active job board for climbing businesses and organizations. Below are the latest posts from this past week… Climbing Wall Assembler IMPACT Climbing Lebanon, NH “IMPACT Climbing is a leading North American custom climbing wall manufacturer; from inception to execution, we make dreams a reality. IMPACT Climbing is all about bringing rock […] The post Assemble Walls for IMPACT – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2024 May 30 appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

Rendezvous Climbing Gym Leawood, Kansas Specs: The operators of Rendezvous Climbing Gym, a 14,107-square-foot bouldering facility located in Leawood, Kansas, are getting ready to open 6,121 square feet of bouldering terrain (on walls reaching nearly 15 feet) to the public in the coming days. Co-owned by Mark and Holly Messner, the origins of the gym […] The post School Teachers Launch New Bouldering Gym in Kansas City Metro Area appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

Bolt & Revolt! Setting Coalition is creating a global coalition of women, non-binary, trans & genderqueer climbing setters that creates space to uplift, support, & empower our community. This routesetting 101 Clinic is for all women, NB, and genderqueer people who want to learn more about setting! Whether you are looking to just grow as […] The post Bolt & Revolt Routesetting 101 Clinic appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

Just a few thoughts Last week was huge with the CWA Summit and Shanghai Olympic Qualifier. Great work to the CWA staff, volunteers, and presenters for another awesome trade show! And congrats to all the athletes who earned big points on their way to Paris! Bunch of interesting pieces below. A deep dive into gym unions. […] The post Climb Insider: gym news and topics for women appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

CBJ hosts the most active job board for climbing businesses and organizations. Below are the latest posts from this past week… Executive Director Southeastern Climbers Coalition Chattanooga, TN “The Executive Director (ED) is a full-time position that reports to the Board of Directors. As the chief executive officer of SCC, the Executive Director will provide […] The post Direct the Southeastern Climbers Coalition – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2024 May 23 appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more

Capitan, the leading software platform for climbing gyms, is excited to announce the launch of its new automated membership referral system. The announcement was made last week at the Climbing Wall Association Summit, showcasing Capitan’s commitment to empowering climbing gyms and enhancing the member experience. The new referral system transforms gym members into an effective […] The post Capitan Unveils Innovative Automated Membership Referral System at Climbing Wall Association Summit appeared first on Climbing Business Journal ..read more