climbing
Click through for a wealth of knowledge on all things climbing. Whether you are just venturing onto outdoor rock, getting into alpine climbing, wanting to sample the delights of winter mountaineering, ice fall climbing or expeditions you’ll find some great tips here.
How To Check Camming Devices
Tips for checking for damage, wear and tear on your camming devices - BMC
Buyers Guide to Rock Boots
Advice and information on different types of rock boots, how they fit and which style might be best for you - Joe Brown and The Climbers Shop
Buyers Guide - building a climbing rack
If you are just getting into climbing outdoors then take a look through these thoughts on what to buy - Joe Brown and The Climbers Shop
rock types, grades and technical sTuff
Great collection of articles on the different types of rock, different rock climbing grades and explanations of some of the more baffling technical terms in rock climbing - BMG Libby Peter
How to inspect Ropes and slings
Information on checking how old your climbing slings and climbing ropes are and when to retire them - DMM
Getting Your Kids Into Climbing
If you are a climbing parent and itching to get your kids out and on the crag, there is lots of great advice here - Rab
How to inspect a climbing rope
What to look out for when inspecting your rope and what to consider before you retire it - Edelrid
Ready To Rock
If it’s been a while since you’ve got out enjoyed rock take a read through this thought provoking article to make good choices - DMM
Climbing Gear Care, Maintenance and retirement
Top tips on how to check, care for, maintain your climbing gear and when gear needs retiring - BMC
Choosing a trad climbing rack
Words of wisdom on choosing a traditional climbing rack for the Lake District and beyond from British Mountain Guide Adrian Nelhams - ISM
DMM factory tour
Take a virtual tour of the craftmanship and expertise at the UK’s only climbing equipment manufacturer in Llanberis - DMM