It can be pretty confusing, especially starting out, to understand the difference between sport climbing, free climbing, free soloing, trad climbing, top roping, bouldering, deep water soloing, and...
Posts by Jake Harmer
The main difference between a hike and a canyoneering trip is whether or not rappelling is involved. The technical nature of canyoneering is what makes it so much fun- the fact that there is no way...
While there are lots of different belay devices on the market for climbers, the GRIGRI has established itself as one of the safest and most popular options. A GRIGRI is only as safe as the carabiner...
A what? A GriGri? What does that mean? What is that? The first time you heard the term GRIGRI in regards to rock climbing, you probably had some questions. Climbing has a lot of different terms,...
A lot of people learn to rock climb indoors, which is awesome. It’s a great physical challenge requiring strength, endurance, and finesse. It’s also a great way to meet people and make friends...
Your footwear is one of the most important pieces of gear that you will need for canyoneering. Canyoneering shoes need to protect your feet from sharp rocks, desert thorns, and cold water. You need...