Latest about trad climbing
What is a crux in climbing? Getting to grips with hardest parts of the ascent
We reveal how the crux impacts the overall grade of a route and consider famous examples from climbing history
From the ‘father of rock climbing' to a 20-something star of bouldering: who are Britain’s greatest ever climbers?
We take a look at some of Britain’s greatest ever climbers, from the early pioneers to today’s benchmark setters
La Sportiva Mythos climbing shoes review: a multi-pitch legend
We hit the crags in La Sportiva’s Mythos climbing shoe, a classic design that’s been a firm favorite for over 30 years
What is a redpoint in climbing? We delve into the rotpunkt style
We look into how redpointing differs from other styles of ascent in rock climbing, discover its origins and consider some of the most important redpoints in history
Who are America's greatest climbers: legends and contemporary greats
We take a look at America’s rock stars, individuals that have redefined climbing by achieving feats once though impossible
The best climbing shoes: get a grip both indoors and out
Our selection of the best climbing shoes for crag days and gym sessions, whether you’re into bouldering, trad or sport climbing
What’s more difficult, sport climbing or trad climbing?
Our mountaineering expert on why you should consider sport climbing before trad
What is smearing in climbing? We get to grips with the technique
We explore what smearing in rock climbing is, detailing what it is, how it works and considering whether it’s something hikers do too
