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...
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...
When you tell someone that you're going rock climbing, odds are they're going to say something like "oh, I'd be too scared to do that." The idea that climbing is wildly dangerous and full of...
Rock climbing is known for requiring a lot of somewhat expensive gear to get started. While you can rent everything you need at the gym, the cost does add up over time. For some people, especially...
Does what you wear outside really matter? Climbing pants aren't necessary to climbing like a harness or climbing shoes, but they can definitely make the day more comfortable and protect your legs and...