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Posts by Jake Harmer

link to What to Wear for Outdoor Climbing

What to Wear for Outdoor Climbing

If you dress poorly for indoor climbing, it’s really not a big issue. As long as your clothing is somewhat flexible and durable, you’re going to be fine. The climate-controlled atmosphere inside...

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Why I Use The Beal Birdie Belay Device

After a couple of years of development and rework, Beal has finally released their new assisted-braking device to the public. While this isn't anything completely new in terms of technology...

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What’s the Difference Between Climbing and Bouldering?

Traditionally, bouldering was always just a way to stay in shape for 'real' rock climbing, just as rock climbing was originally a way to stay in shape and practice for mountaineering. Over time it...

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How to Clean Rock Climbing and Bouldering Shoes- 5 Easy Steps

There's a reason we wear socks with most kinds of shoes- feet stink! With climbing or bouldering shoes though, socks detract from the overall quality of the climbing, and make it so you can't feel...

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How Can I Make my Climbing Shoes Last Longer?

Climbing shoes take the brunt of abrasive abuse on the wall, whether rock climbing or bouldering. While prices for new climbing shoes have come down over the years, especially as new players have...

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Is Speed Climbing Always the Same Route?

Speed climbing is a somewhat controversial subsport of overall rock climbing, but it is growing in popularity because of its appeal to the broader non-climbing audience. Whether you're getting ready...

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About the Author

Husband, Father, Wild Animal. If I could explore canyons and cliffs every day, I would. For now, I dream about it during the week and go hard on the weekends. Living in the St. George area with my wife and kids. I volunteer with the local 15-18 year old young men, planning camping trips, climbing outings, and other adventures.

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