If you are even the least bit familiar with rock climbing, you know what a belay device is. A BD is what makes climbing safe. When used correctly, a belay device uses friction to reduce the force...
Tag: canyoning
Rap rings are a staple in any climber's rack. They're inexpensive, durable, and they make a nice noise when they jingle together on your harness. What is a Rappel Ring? A rappel ring is a ring of...
Canyoning (Canyoneering in the US) shares a lot of the same risks as hiking, rappelling, and swimming. Some of these risks can be mitigated by preparing ahead with special gear, and some are largely...
What to Wear Canyoneering for Optimal Safety and Performance
Conditions can change in a matter of minutes. Temperatures vary wildly between the surface of the earth and the depths of the cracks and crevices canyoneers find themselves in. You need to think...
It's hard to pick the best places to canyoneer in Utah. The whole southern half of the state is a canyoneering playground, with canyons on every end of the spectrum. There are very simple...
Have you ever been on a guided tour rappelling and canyoneering? Sounds like the dream job, taking people looking for adventure on some of your favorite canyons and getting paid. Or maybe...