UKC Feature ArticlesKendal Confessions 2010 30-Nov-10
In a dramatic change from 2009 where the Kendal Mountain Festival was plagued by bad weather, this year's tribal gathering of... [ full story ] British Junior Team - Mini Profiles 30-Nov-10
The Epicentre sponsor the British Junior Team and have put together these mini profiles of some of the team members who will be... [ full story ] Exclusive Interview: James Pearson 29-Nov-10
James Pearson - one of Britain's brightest climbing stars recently relocated to Innsbruck in Austria.
Whilst there he has been... [ full story ] Extending the UK Grading System 25-Nov-10
UKC Forum User Bob says:
"The UK grading system is beginning to struggle to cope with the sustainedness of modern routes and... [ full story ]
“Oh, are there mountains in Antarctica?”
I used to get this question a lot, when I told people what I do. It seems for most... [ full story ] Saturday Dave Looks Back 18-Nov-10
A nostalgic look back on the climbing scene centring on the Nick Estcourt Outdoor Sports shop in Altrincham in the late... [ full story ] KMF Speaker Interview: Stu McAleese 16-Nov-10
UKC catches up with top big wall climber and mountain guide Stu McAleese as he prepares for his lecture at this year's Kendal... [ full story ] Use your knees! 15-Nov-10
In this article top trad and sport climber Jordan Buys confesses... he uses his knees!
"...enormous purple bruising,... [ full story ] Clouds at their Feet 11-Nov-10
Jamie Maddison takes a trip to Kyrgyzstan and discovers more than just climbing.
"Standing in the shade of the cool... [ full story ] Spreading The Love 08-Nov-10
How do you share a passion with someone who doesn't understand? Climbing addicts try hard to
spread the word – usually to... [ full story ] UKClimbing.com content in October 2010 01-Nov-10
A summary of all the latest content on UKClimbing.com from the past month, including: 19 new articles, 43 product announcements... [ full story ] Destination ArticlesThe Roost, Hebden Bridge 10-Nov-10
Having taken a thirty footer that ended on the ground - slate at that! - I hadn't been doing much climbing for a while. However,... [ full story ] Gear ReviewsIndependent reviews from the UKC gear testers
The Spantik is no newcomer, and after over four years it still dominates its boot category, says Jon Griffith. There is a... [ full review ]
Jon Ratcliffe reviews the Red Chilli Corona VCR Rock Shoe. Video edited by Ray Saunders. [ full review ]
Three helmets on test: the Black Diamond Tracer, Wild Country Rock Lite and C.A.M.P. Armour Lady. [ full review ] Valle dell'Orco Guidebook 11-Nov-10
A new guidebook to the Valle Dell'Orco in northwest Italy has prompted something of a revival in trad climbing amongst normally... [ full review ] Rock Climbs in the Mourne Mountains 09-Nov-10
Andy Moles checks out the long-awaited latest edition of the Mournes climbing guide. [ full review ] Black Diamond Cyborg Pro Crampons 04-Nov-10
'Cyborg' brings up images of Robocop and Terminator, says Kevin Avery. So did these crampons give him any special powers? [ full review ] Grit Pants from Climblox 03-Nov-10
UKC Chief Editor Jack Geldard puts the British made Climblox Grit Pants to the test... but not on Gritstone.
He does give 'em... [ full review ] 3-Layer Fast and Light Shells 01-Nov-10
Viv Scott tests the Rab Demand in Scotland, while Jon Griffith goes alpine climbing with the Patagonia M10.
The ideal... [ full review ] Better Mountain Photography Part 2 04-Nov-10
Sean Kelly is a keen climbing and mountain photographer. His photos have appeared in several climbing guidebooks, and he has a... [ full story ] Latest Product NewsAnnouncements direct from the manufacturers
A round up of the latest winter hard shells. [ full story ] VIDEO: The NEW Kendal Wall 29-Nov-10
Over £400,000 is being spent on the redevelopment of Kendal Wall over the next few months, and several new jobs are being... [ full story ] Alpkit Black Yak Hats 29-Nov-10
Keep your head warm and look real stylish right through the winter with a Black Yak knitted hat from Alpkit. [ full story ] |
Latest Product NewsAnnouncements direct from the manufacturers
Evolv Venga - New kid's shoe from Evolv. [ full story ] Psyche II - DVD 25-Nov-10
Out for 2010, Posing Productions presents PSYCHE II, the follow up to the successful 2007 film PSYCHE. Featuring 'The Prophet'... [ full story ]
How many of us ignore the mental aspect of training for climbing? Be it a fear of falling or simply a failure to prepare, most of... [ full story ] Paramo Alta II Jacket 24-Nov-10
The Alta II Jacket (available in both men's and ladies' fit) is lighter in weight with less bulk than its predecessor (the Alta... [ full story ] Alpkit Annual Christmas Comp 24-Nov-10
Will you be the first in the World to own a Alpkit tent? Our annual Christmas competition starts on the 1st December. [ full story ] Kahtoola KTS Crampon Review 23-Nov-10
We just had this fantastic review in from Ultra-runner Mark Hartell, he went out on the Welsh 3000's in winter with Stephen Watts... [ full story ]
The Depot in Leeds is proud to announce the Battle Of Britain bouldering competition 2010.Full day competition for all abilities... [ full story ] Adventure Medical Kits Emergency Bivvy 23-Nov-10
Be prepared for the unexpected this winter with Adventure Medical Kits Heatsheets Emergency Bivvy [ full story ]
Petzl introduces the CORE: the rechargeable battery for the TIKKA2 / ZIPKA2 line of headlamps! The goal: more light and less... [ full story ]
Sir Chris Bonington, Leo Houlding and Mick Fowler, all together at the Royal Geographical Society this Saturday as part of the... [ full story ] Scarpa Charmoz GTX Lady 22-Nov-10
Scarpa's no1 best selling mountaineering boot worldwide provides a super light and versatile alpine boot. The boot of choice for... [ full story ]
Great Gear Offers from Scarpa, Grivel and Outdoor Research at Outside, Hathersage on 4/5th December and an evening lecture by... [ full story ] Das Parka - a Patagonia Legend 22-Nov-10
Cold, wet and scared is no way to go through life - unless you're an alpinist, and then at least you have the DAS. Perfect and... [ full story ] Climbing Wall Manager - Rotherham 19-Nov-10
High Sports are looking to recruit a Climbing Wall Manager for their wall located at Rotherham Leisure Complex.
This is a full... [ full story ] Rab Exodus Jacket 19-Nov-10
A soft shell jacket ideal for Alpine climbing, trek and travel, mountain walking and skiing. [ full story ] Marmot Alpinist Pant 18-Nov-10
Marmot's Alpinist pant has been specifically designed to meet the need of Alpinists, guides and off piste skiers. [ full story ]
In January we will open one of the largest bouldering centres in the country in Liverpool. There are a number of job vacancies at... [ full story ] What is the Beta Stick? 17-Nov-10
An easy way of clipping into anchors (bolts), with a telescopic reach pole and another attachment for cleaning out of reach holds. [ full story ] VIDEO: Tom Randall Joins Rab 17-Nov-10
Tom Randall has joined the RAB and describes his approach to climbing. There is also a new video featuring Tom completing the... [ full story ]
Mountain Equipment Lightline Duvet special price £130. [ full story ] VIDEO: Ice Holds Demo with Tim Emmett 16-Nov-10
The Climbing Academy are the importers and retailers of Ice Holds. Here Tim Emmett trys them, taking winter training to a new and... [ full story ]
UKC Competition winner Scott Allen won his Sterling 'Sharma' Rope a couple of weeks ago and headed straight off to El Chorro for... [ full story ]
Until 15th December, BUY ONE, GET ONE FREE on the entire range of Altissimo holds! [ full story ] Full Time Duty Instructor - Aberdeen 12-Nov-10
Transition Extreme in Aberdeen are looking for a full-time Duty Climbing Instructor responsible for the day-to-day supervision of... [ full story ] |
Latest Product NewsAnnouncements direct from the manufacturersVIDEO: Beal Ropes 12-Nov-10
The new BEAL video presents its expertise in the manufacture of climbing and security ropes. From rock climbing to work at... [ full story ]
Red Chili announced two new big hitters to their European team with 4 times ice climbing champion Ines Papert and the Frankenjura... [ full story ]
The holy grail of soft shells, the Kishtwar is designed specifically for high-aerobic endeavours in foul weather. Constructed... [ full story ]
Lightweight half ropes with great versatility and very high durability. All technical specifications are designed to increase... [ full story ] NEW 2011 CALENDAR: Rock Psyched 10-Nov-10
Check out the amazing new King Kong 2011 Calendar. [ full story ] Podsacs Crash Pad 09-Nov-10
80mm deep, hinged pad for easy folding and storage. [ full story ]
UKC November Deal Of The Month - Free Rab 120L Expedition Kit Bag with every Rab purchase of £100!!! [ full story ]
Late September Sterling Rope arranged a visit from athletes Sonnie Trotter, Chris Sharma, Daila Ojeda and Joey Kinder.
This... [ full story ]
Cotswold Outdoor are hosting a series of lectures through October and November from British climbing legend 'big' Ron Fawcett.... [ full story ] The Epicentre Gearing up for Winter 05-Nov-10
The First snow has fallen and the first routes have been climbed, make the Epicentre your one stop shop this winter. We will have... [ full story ]
BD Cyborg Crampons go anywhere do anything and on Special Offer for this month only! £124.00 [ full story ] prAna Crinum Jeans 05-Nov-10
The Crinum is prAna's latest and literally coolest climbing trouser.
[ full story ] Metolius Gripsaver Plus 03-Nov-10
Metolius Gripsaver Plus - now available in Hard! [ full story ] Phantom Guide 03-Nov-10
The new Phantom Guide fulfils the winter aspect of the next generation of the Phantom rage. Very light, precise fit and new... [ full story ]
25% off RRP on Beal climbing ropes until 20th of December at the Barn Climbing Shop. [ full story ] Office Assistant Required 02-Nov-10
First Ascent (Agency/Distributor for Black Diamond, Cascade Designs, MSR and other leading outdoor brands) are looking for a... [ full story ] Vapour-rise. How does it work? 02-Nov-10
Vapour-rise kit has now been a firm favourite in the Rab® range for many years so for anyone who hasn't yet experienced... [ full story ]
The new Mammut Shop in Shop is now open at The Square in Hathersage. Come have a look at some of the finest alpine clothing... [ full story ] Mountain Equipment Annapurna Jacket 01-Nov-10
After more than 40 years and hundreds of expeditions, the Annapurna remains firmly established as our premier off the shelf down... [ full story ] Competitions
Week three of the Polartec competition. Last weeks winner was Mark McDonald of Luton. More great prizes, three new questions. [ full story ] WINNERS: Allcord Logo Photo Competition 11-Nov-10
We have two winners for the Allcord Logo Photo Competition. [ full story ]
Each first Friday of the month DMM are running a week long competition at UKClimbing.com. All you have to do is answer three... [ full story ] |
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