Latest Climbing Features
Is rock climbing dangerous? We look into the risks and how to manage them
Is rock climbing dangerous? We weigh up the hazards, describe the common risks and injuries and explain how to manage them to an acceptable level
What are crampons? We get to grips with these key pieces of mountain kit
What are crampons? We look at their heritage, consider their features, explain their ratings and take a look at correct crampon technique
Types of rock climbing shoes: our expert guide
We provide the beta on the three main types of rock climbing shoes, detailing the advantages and disadvantages of each, to help you choose out your next pair
Rock climbing gear list: an expert guide to the 12 essentials
Our rock climbing gear list covers everything you need as a beginner plus extra kit for once you start getting more ambitious with the grades
What is alpinism? And is it different to mountaineering?
What is alpinism? And is it the same as mountaineering? Our experts take a look at the traditional fast and light approach to climbing big mountains
I went to the Arc’teryx Climb Academy after an 8-year break from my harness – here’s how it's breaking barriers in climbing
Pros and elites abound at this annual event, but they’re here to help everyone gain confidence on the rock
What is El Capitan? And what makes it so special?
We reveal what makes El Capitan, Yosemite National Park's prize rock face so special, and find out how to get to the top
5 things I wish I’d known before my first alpine peak
Taking those first faltering steps into glaciated, big mountain terrain can be daunting: here are five things Mountain Leader Alex Foxfield wishes he’d known before his first alpine peak
