UKC Feature Articles
In this article top British aid climber, alpinist and climbing funny man Andy Kirkpatrick shares with us his top ten tips for... [ full story ]
Site user Bobby Motherwell describes the first successful completion of a climbing feat he dreamed up with his mates. The Big Hex... [ full story ]
In this article, Piolet d'Or winning climber and experienced writer Steve Swenson explores the background and the politics behind... [ full story ]
As mentioned in April's Peak Area Report, visiting Italian climber Michele Caminati, well known for his super hard bouldering... [ full story ]
Last month saw the first of this year's Southern Sandstone Open Meeting held at Bowles Rocks. The meetings give climbers a... [ full story ]
A summary of all the latest content on UKClimbing.com from the past month, including: 10 new articles, 35 product announcements... [ full story ]
Gear Reviews
Independent reviews from the UKC gear testers
Charlie Boscoe takes a look at the Wild Country Summit and Eclipse harnesses. With different features on both, and also some... [ full review ]
Dan Bailey struggles to find fault with a light-yet-sturdy boot that's ideal for summer scrambling and tough hillwalks [ full review ]
Sarah Stirling looks at the new range of sleeping bags from Therm-a-Rest, and specifically the Navis bag. It has 'Synergy Link... [ full review ]
Katherine Schirrmacher takes a look at a new book from Ian Fenton, published by Pesda Press. "Sometimes when we are coaching... [ full review ]
Latest Product News
Announcements direct from the manufacturers
Proprietary ThermaCapture™ reflective lining captures radiant heat to amplify warmth. [ full story ]
Joe Brown Shops: Shop Manager: Capel Curig, Snowdonia Job Description Joe Brown's Capel Curig is a long established... [ full story ]
Outside Summer Sale swings into action Up to 50% off on selected Berghaus, The North Face, Arc'teryx, Patagonia, Haglofs,... [ full story ]
Platypus takes the hassle out of getting clean water on any journey with the GravityWorks 2.0L Filter System, bringing the speed... [ full story ]
Sales Office Administrator EOTH Ltd is the parent company of Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd (“Equip”) and Lowe Alpine UK... [ full story ]
MSR®, the Seattle-based manufacturer of standard-setting, high-performance outdoor equipment since 1969, has announced it has won... [ full story ]
Having trouble affording your next expedition due to the cost of the kit and clothing? Then why not hire from Expedition Kit Hire? [ full story ]
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Latest Product News
Announcements direct from the manufacturers
Urban Ascent bouldering centre is looking to hire part time instructors to work at the centre predominantly at weekends starting... [ full story ]
The Nordisk Telemark proudly claims the title as "The world's lightest 2 persons tent" 2013 and has won several awards for design... [ full story ]
Mid-July saw the huge OutDoor Tradeshow descend upon the town of Friedrichshafen in Germany. This is the event of the year for... [ full story ]
In the first of the UKC/UKH OutDoor Show Reports, we look at what is new or hot on the climbing gear scene, with carabiners,... [ full story ]
Haglöfs, a Swedish Outdoor product manufacturer has deep sustainability values. Here they explain a bit more about what this... [ full story ]
The Evolv Geshido SC (strap closure) is the latest high performance rock shoe in the Sharma Signature Series. [ full story ]
Big Shakeout weekend of adventure and entertainment returns again for 2013. Tickets on sale now. [ full story ]
JUNIOR GARMENT TECHNOLOGIST / DEVELOPER LOCATION: Manchester, United Kingdom An opportunity exists for a Junior Garment... [ full story ]
From an indepth study of foot morphology and the way in which the foot is used during the various phases of rock climbing, on... [ full story ]
Climbing Wall Supervisor £18,005 (pro rata 17 hours/week) Edinburgh University, Centre for Sports and Exercise Fancy joining... [ full story ]
It maybe a while off, but here is the first news about this years Kendal Mountain Festival. [ full story ]
Last weekend was the gigantic OutDoor Tradeshow in Friedrichshafen, Germany. On the new gear front we have seen new fabric... [ full story ]
Equip Outdoor Technologies Ltd (“Equip”) and Lowe Alpine UK Limited (“Lowe Alpine”) are looking for a Technical Trainer to work... [ full story ]
Equip Outdoor Technologies, parent company of outstanding outdoor brands Rab & Lowe Alpine, is recruiting for a European... [ full story ]
Special offer on transfers between Geneva Airport and Chamonix - just €27 per person each way with Promo Code UKC13 [ full story ]
Whether you're sport climbing or going multi pitch; heading abroad to the Alps or cragging in the UK, check out the new Rock... [ full story ]
Lightweight reinforced Gore-Tex Active Shell climbing jacket [ full story ]
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Latest Product News
Announcements direct from the manufacturers
A technical shell jacket ideally suited to alpine and expedition climbing on the steepest lines and biggest faces. [ full story ]
Calling all school and college leavers.........Do you climb? Go hill walking? Are you looking for work? The BMC is offering... [ full story ]
DuoTec is a new process patented by EDELRID to enable the manufacturing of bi-colour ropes. [ full story ]
In a recent article there was a proposal of the 100 best climbs in Britain, only 7 of which were in the Lake District!So in... [ full story ]
Ultra Distance Trail Touring Super Lightweight Backpack [ full story ]
We are looking for a permanent full time Duty Manager to work in our busy centre. Hours to include daytime, evenings and... [ full story ]
The Compact 4 is the little brother to the best-selling compact model. It weighs in at a very light 169g and due to the four... [ full story ]
Introducing the The Rock Master lace up and the NLV a low volume alternative better suited to narrower feet [ full story ]
An innovative easy to use locking belay carabiner. [ full story ]
Fuzzy or furry slings? Then get them off your rack and stock up on a whole new set of 5 lovely DMM Dyneems ones now.... [ full story ]
King Kong climbing walls is pleased to announce it's brand spanking new online shop [ full story ]
AustriAlpin Rockit Quickdraws represent high quality and excellent value for money. [ full story ]
The Book People are looking for 4 Java Developers to be based in North Wales and work at Parc Menai, Bangor. [ full story ]
"I came to the event on my own as a novice alpinist and can't wait to come back next year." A report of this years Arc'teryx... [ full story ]
Julbo have made available an online lens simulator tool which allows you to view the different styles and categories of lenses... [ full story ]
Competitions
Outdoor Eyewear brand Julbo is celebrating it's 125th anniversary. Win a pair of limited edition Julbo Vermont sunglassses, plus... [ full story ]
Just answer a simple question in this free Millet competition to stand a chance of winning a backpack, or a triple-rated rope. [ full story ]
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