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How To Build a Climbing Wall at Home

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SPORTS:   You don't have to go very far to find the perfect conditions for climbing.  More »

6 Bouldering Essentials

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GEAR:   One of the best things about bouldering is that you don't need a lot of gear to get started. Grab these six essentials and get going today.  More »

Pro Climbers Psyched for Sport Climbing to Join Olympics

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SPORTS:   The International Olympic Committee has granted full recognition to sport climbing, making it eligible for inclusion in the 2020 Summer Games. Pro climbers say they want to compete, but many likely won’t get the chance.  More »

Book Review + Giveaway - Nepal: 25 Classic Treks and 12 Climbing Peaks

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GEAR:   With beautiful photographs, color maps, and detailed information about Nepal's most popular and least traveled trekking routes, this book helps would-be trekkers prepare for their dream trip.  More »

5 Tips to Become a Better Rock Climber

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SPORTS:   Five easy tips to help you move up in the scene.  More »

How to Get Started Bouldering

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SPORTS:    Bouldering is one of the freest sports, one that allows you to interact with your local environment in a totally unique way. Here's how to get started.   More »

6 American Mountains to Climb for Big Adventure

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TRIP IDEAS:   Climbers hoping for big adventure need look no further than the United States.   More »

11 Most Dangerous Mountains in the World for Climbers

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TRIP IDEAS:   These mountains continue to inspire awe and anxiety decades after their first ascents.  More »

5 Mega-Hard Sport Climbs From Around the World

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SPORTS:   Ranging from classic challenges to recent first ascents, these five sport routes are some of the hardest ever completed.  More »


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Ross Borden

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Kevin Post

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Aaron Good

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Kathleen Steeden

"Would like to travel anywhere she can find a rock to climb"


Adam French

"Works in Alpine research and loves to climb"


Tyler Denison

"Climbing is not just a sport, it's a lifestyle"


Kasiana Cay

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Lynn Braz

"Hopes to climb Kilimanjaro before she dies"


Alin Gliga

"Fired up on travel and rock climbing"