UKC

Video

Boreal's Top Performance Shoe: The Satori

We last reviewed the Satori back in 2019 and whilst the model featured here shares the same name, and still sits at the top of Boreal's performance climbing collection, it definitely feels like a step up from its predecessor in every other way - and features a completely re-worked fit too.

All Videos

Latest Articles

Article Types:

Latest Articles Destination Articles Climbing Skills Opinion In Focus Trip Reports
Comments

Interview Aidan Roberts on climbing Arrival of the Birds and Spots of Time

Just under a month ago, we reported on Aidan Roberts having made two ascents at...

7 16 May
Comments

Resistance Climbing - Existence is Resistance

I didn't watch Resistance Climbing when it first came out, which is perhaps surprising, as it married what have been two of the biggest influences in my life over the past six or seven years, Palestine and climbing.

21 15 May
Comments

20 Tips for More Sustainable Climbing

Cragging, bouldering, mountain climbing… whatever your pursuit, here are 20 tips to build into your planning to make for more sustainable climbing.

5 15 May
Comments

Will Perrin - A Child of Light

Will Perrin (1980 – 2004) was the son of Penny Perrin and Jim Perrin, the celebrated climbing writer. Along with friends such as James McHaffie, Pete Robins and Ben Bransby, he was a leading climber of the late 1990s/early 2000s. He embraced such different...

12 14 May
Comments

Because it's Mallory, and he's still There

Ahead of the one-hundredth anniversary of George Mallory and Andrew Irvine's disappearance on Everest on 8 June, author Mick Conefrey reflects on Mallory's life and mysterious death and shares an extract from his newly-published book, Fallen.

6 9 May
Comments

Skills Sustainable Gear: Caring for Your Waterproof

Comments

Nuts Museum: The Frenchman who collects Trad Climbing Gear

Comments

Destination Guide Climbing in the Peak District by Public Transport

All Articles

Photo of the Week

Supported by
The North Face
Ellis Brigham Mountain Sports
The Great White

© Will Rupp

The Great White © Will Rupp
The Great White © Will Rupp
Weekly Top 10 Photos

Gear Reviews

These are reviews from the UKC editorial team

Filter by Activity:

Alpine Bouldering Indoor Sport Trad Training Winter
Comments

Montane Tenacity Pants - Legwear for all seasons

Trousers aimed at walking and backpacking, but versatile enough for climbing and mountaineering too, Montane's Tenacity range has an option for every season. Xa White and Dan Bailey road test them all.

8 15 May
Comments

Black Diamond Vapor & Capitan Helmets

Helmets have come a long way in recent years, and what was formerly lightweight is now midweight. Here we look at two different options from Black Diamond - the Vapor, perhaps the lightest climbing helmet on the market, and the Capitan, a knockabout...

5 14 May
Comments

Edelrid Moe 3R - The first recycled harness

The Moe 3R is claimed to be the first climbing harness made almost entirely from recycled materials, an advance worth celebrating. On top of its environmental credentials it's solid, comfy, and very reasonably priced, says Toby Archer, making it...

10 May
All Gear Reviews

Latest Competitions

Comments

Open Comp Get ready for a Summer of climbing with Summit Financial Services – WIN 1 of 3 Rock

Get ready for a Summer of climbing with Summit Financial Services who have partnered with Rockfax to give away 3 x Rockfax Digital 6 month subscriptions.

16 May
Comments

Open Comp Win a Gruezi bag Downwool Subzero sleeping bag

Gruezi bag are an innovative company using a clever mix of Down and Wool to produce high quality, sustainable sleeping bags that aim to offer a better nights sleep.

9 May
Comments

Open Comp Win a set of Gregory Alpaca Gear Organisers

Gregory are offering the chance to win a 45L Gear Box, 30L Tote and 70L Gear Basket. You can organise everything from your kit room at home, your car and at camp. 

9 4 May
View All Competitions

Gear News

These are announcements direct from manufacturers

Comments

MPOWERD Luci Site Lights – Innovative "Stake" Lights.

Luci Site Lights now available in the UK!

14 May
Comments

The Art of Climbing – Out Now

Capturing the beauty, theatre and emotions of a climb in a single shuttered moment, 'The Art of Climbing'  is a dramatic collection of photographs by Australian rock climber and photographer, Simon Carter 

6 18 Apr
Comments

Cocoon's Innovative Travel Towels

Cocoon's innovative fabric materials combined with clever design help travellers, climbers and adventurer's journey in comfort and travel as lightly and efficiently as possible.

16 Apr
All Gear News

Latest Deals

These are announcements direct from manufacturers

Comments

20% Off Climbing Ropes this Easter

With Spring in the air now is a great time to refresh your climbing rope for the new season that awaits.

All Latest Deals

Recent Jobs

Comments

Climbing Instructor

We're seeking a skilled instructor with a minimum CWI qualification and a valid driver's license to join our team at our climbing centre situated in...

9 May
Comments

Work at Height and Rescue Trainer

Lyon Equipment Limited (Lyon) is an employee-owned Company serving the outdoor and professional work at height and rescue markets with equipment and...

10 May
Job Finder
Loading Notifications...