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What is rappelling? Our guide to an essential climbing technique By Julia Clarke last updated 8 July 22 What is rappelling? Our guide covers all the basics of this essential climbing technique for descending, including where it came from and what you need to do it
A guide to climbing rating systems in the US and Europe By Alex Foxfield last updated 8 July 22 A guide to climbing rating systems to help you compare trad to sport, US to UK, bouldering to scrambling and everything in between
Rock climbing for beginners: the big questions answered By Emily Woodhouse last updated 8 July 22 Get an overview of the basics in this quick guide to rock climbing for beginners
Rock climbing terms: our guide to climber jargon and slang By Alex Foxfield last updated 8 July 22 Our comprehensive guide to rock climbing terms, from internationally accepted phrasing to the the unique slang used by seasoned rock jocks
How do rock climbers poop? By Julia Clarke last updated 8 July 22 How do rock climbers poop? We discuss the less-than-glamorous realities of big wall climbing
What are rockslides – and are they a threat to hikers? By Julia Clarke published 7 July 22 What are rockslides? We examine this backcountry geological hazard and how you can stay safe
Mountaineering vs hiking: is there a difference? By Julia Clarke last updated 5 July 22 We compare mountaineering vs hiking to explain how they differ, where they overlap and which method of ascending mountains is right for you
Rab Infinity Microlight Down Jacket review: meet your new favorite down jacket By Julia Clarke published 1 July 22 A stylish and warm down jacket that even fends off light rain, this jacket is perfect for frigid hikes, damp, chill mornings at camp, cold days on belay and urban adventures
Types of crampon: our guide to these essential pieces of mountaineering kit By Alex Foxfield last updated 30 June 22 We get to grips with the different types of crampon and which boots they fit, from microspikes for flat, snowy ambles to technical beasts designed for challenging ice climbs
Climbing Everest: “a wild and scary obstacle course” By Julia Clarke last updated 30 June 22 We speak to author and mountaineer Vivian James Rigney about the immense challenges – and exquisite beauty – he experienced getting to the summit of mount Everest
