The holidays are just around the corner, and thus, the gift-buying chaos commences. While there’s joy in giving and receiving gifts, choosing the right gift for each person, balancing a budget, and ensuring the gifts arrive on time can add unwanted stress to an already busy season. As if gift giving weren’t complicated enough, […]
Rock climbing is the perfect birthday party for your child! Imagine the joy of watching them scale the walls, their little faces lighting up when they reach the top! After the party, they’ll be the coolest kid in school, known for their incredible climbing skills and awesome parents. You’re already an awesome parent, but earning […]
Climbing is a thrilling sport that offers both physical challenges and breathtaking experiences in nature. Whether you’re just starting or are a seasoned climber, having the right gear is essential for safety and performance. This guide will cover the must-have climbing gear, including shoes, harnesses, chalk, and more. Climbing Shoes Climbing shoes are arguably the […]
Climbing is not just a test of physical strength but also a mental exercise requiring great focus and determination. Climbers face unique mental challenges, like managing fear on high walls and pushing through fatigue when every muscle aches and protests. These challenges build resilience beyond climbing, helping in real-world situations like managing stress, embracing discomfort, […]
Wondering where to buy rock climbing gear? Oh, you’re in for it now. You’ll own more pairs of climbing shoes and belay devices than you need before you know it. The number one thing to remember when buying rock climbing gear is that you can never spend too much money on something responsible for keeping […]
The post-Olympic blues are real. Three weeks of nonstop, top-notch sports action leaves a big hole in the aftermath for sports fans, new and old. For some, the start of the NFL season, WNBA/NBA games, and Premier League will fill the void. Others will rewatch Olympic footage, wishing they knew where to watch the niche […]
Have you ever witnessed a toddler who didn’t attempt to scale their crib rails or surprise their parents by climbing the living room furniture? Climbing is an inherent trait in a toddler’s DNA, so the real question isn’t whether they can climb but rather if they have the opportunity to explore this natural ability. Multiple […]
Take the next step in your climbing journey and earn your belay certification! Venture beyond the bouldering mats and autobelays and master a new skill that will elevate your climbing sessions and fill you with pride and accomplishment. Learning to belay may seem daunting, but remember, you’re not alone in this journey. The climbing community […]
It’s almost sending season again, and you know what that means: the perfect conditions to hop back on the proj. When it’s too hot out, you can’t line up enough partners, or you just can’t get back out to the crag, you must figure out ways to train for your outdoor project in the gym. […]
Pool together the top one hundred male and female collegiate climbers in the United States for a weekend of competition, and you end up with something between a house party, class reunion, and world-cup-style competition. But before I can explain how all three scenarios came under one roof, I must catch you up on how […]