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Understanding the progression of rock climbing shoe angles is crucial for beginner climbers. In a nutshell, the more downturned the shoe, the steeper the climbing. However, this is just the beginning of your journey to finding the perfect climbing shoes....
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Famous ice climbers, often overshadowed by their rock-climbing counterparts, embody a unique blend of knowledge and courage. With its demanding conditions and remote locations, the ice climbing world is a testament to their bravery. While rock climbing may be more...
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Climbology by Craig Berman is one of the newest offerings from Sharp End Books, and I am inside it. While I wanted to be clear up front that I know the author quite well and have even been featured in...
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I have been a climber for the past 14 years. I have had the sport with me through so many different chapters of life. As they do for everyone, these chapters have ranged from wildly beautiful to impossibly hard. Recently,...
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With Valentine's Day just around the corner, it's the perfect time to surprise your favorite rock climber with a sweet gift. And what climber isn't excited about new gear that they can wear to the gym, use for climbing, or...
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