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Climbing is an incredible sport—but it can quietly drain your bank account. Shoes wear out, chalk disappears, and ropes aren’t cheap. The good news: with a few wise choices, you can build a gear kit that’s safe, effective, and much...
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In 2014, while attending college to become a Physical Education teacher, I unexpectedly became the head coach of a small climbing team at a newly opened gym in central Connecticut. As someone who had spent over a decade as a...
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As a sport climber with over 20 years of experience, I have developed numerous effective tactics that significantly enhance my ability to complete projects efficiently. I categorize projects into four tiers: Tier 1: These top-level projects may require a...
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There are three pillars of climbing training: power, power endurance, and endurance. The former two require shorter, more intense efforts, with substantial rest. The latter involves longer stints of moderate effort with shorter or active rests. Training all three pillars...
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by Luke Vincent Recovering from a climbing injury isn’t just a physical challenge—it can also take a significant toll on your mental well-being. For many climbers, the time away from the wall can lead to feelings of frustration, fear, and...
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