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22nd March

Opinion Is a Lynx Reintroduction Likely, and How Might it Work?

Across Europe the lynx is making a comeback. Why not in the woods and hills of the UK too? Following our recent article on the positive benefits of re-wilding, the team behind a drive to reintroduce this apex predator to Scotland explains why they think that would be a good thing.

Interview Dan Varian on The Magna Strata, 8B+

Article The Liminal Game - Deep Water Soloing Explorations on the Edge of Land

News Rab CWIF 2023 Round Up

Competition Win a Deuter Guide 30

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Prinzip Hoffnung E9/10 by Anna Hazlett

Anna Hazlett has repeated Prinzip Hoffnung (8b+/E9/10) on the Bürser Platte in Bürs, Austria.

4 20 Mar

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Fri Night Vid Steve McClure - La Bavarese

This week's Friday Night Video follows Steve McClure as he attempts Alex Huber's seriously steep 7-pitch route, La Bavarese, 8b+, at Punta Giradili in Sardinia with Ethan Walker. The pai...

5 17 Mar

Rab CWIF Livestreams

The Climbing Works International Festival returns this week and as usual, we're expecting an action-packed weekend!

8 17 Mar

Morocco Multipitch First Ascent by Blind Climber Jesse Dufton

Jesse Dufton, known for his bold ascents as a blind climber, has established a new 100m-long, 3-pitch route called 'Eye Disappear' in Morocco's Anti-Atlas mountains.

4 16 Mar

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THE TICKLIST: CWIF 2023, Bosi on Burden, and Hazelnutt Slab

In this week's episode of The Ticklist, we talk about one of the most outrageous feats of strength we've seen for a long time, Will Bosi's livestreams from Burden of Dreams (Font 9A), and Anna Hazelnutt's ascent of Prinzip Hoffnung (E9/10).

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My Move to the Mountains: Life in Lochaber

Running guide Keri Wallace moved to Ballachulish 15 years ago, intending to stay only a year. But the place grew on her and...

16 Mar

Destination Guide Ultimate Circuits: Llanberis Pass - Roadside and Wavelength Boulders

The Llanberis Pass is a place of mountainous majesty. It's hard not to get carried away by the sheer amount of rock, because it's everywhere. Upon first acquaintance it can be mind-blowing to come to a place...

8 15 Mar

A Father and Daughter Adventure in the Lake District

We topped-out on our first objective before I found my legs lacking under the weight of my rucksack, but kept on, finding that the further we went the less tired I got. 'Athlete's high', it was called, Dad said. The brisk breeze cooled...

11 13 Mar

Simple Items That Might Save Your Life: Group Shelter

On a cold and stormy Ben Nevis, a humble bothy bag proves to be the most useful thing in Dan Bailey's rucksack. Here's why you should always have one on the hills.

39 13 Mar

Destination Guide Ultimate Circuits: Robin Hood's Stride and Cratcliffe

There's a lot more to Peak grit than sweeping edges among barren moorland. Join Rob Greenwood in the softer surroundings of Cratcliffe and Robin Hood's Stride, for a bouldering circuit with something lovely for everyone.

25 9 Mar

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Feature Herstory 4 - Alison Hargreaves: Climbing Her Mountain

A lightweight down jacket is a versatile insulating layer for year-round use © Dan Bailey

Simple Items That Might Save Your Life: Spare Warm Jacket

Seb Bouin on his mega link-up through the Hanshelleren Cave roof. © Marco Müller

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Ben escaping the depths of Tower Cleft © henrygiles99

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Montane Anti-Freeze Hooded Jacket - Men's and Women's

"In a crowded market, Montane have succeeded in making something that stands out"... Rob Greenwood and Penny Orr try the men's and women's versions of this lightweight, versatile down jacket.

16 Mar

Cicerone Guide - Winter Climbs: Ben Nevis and Glen Coe

Conveniently split into two portable volumes in one purchase, Winter Climbs: Ben Nevis and Glen Coe is an excellent resource to an amazing area, says John McKenna, and should be equally handy whatever your grade.

14 Mar

Silva Terra Scout - eco friendly headtorch

Made of hemp and recycled plastic, superbly simple to use, and with a lovely quality of light, the Terra Scout is a really interesting product. For local walks and camping it'd be the bee's knees, says Dan Bailey, but it's let down on the hills by...

7 Mar

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Open Comp Win a Deuter Guide 30

Climate neutral, PFC free and light weight are the hallmarks of the Guide backpack with no-fuss handling. Here's your chance to win one!

20 Mar

Open Comp Win a The North Face Summit Series™ Casaval Midlayer Hoodie.

The North Face is giving you the chance to win a Summit Series™ Casaval Midlayer Hoodie.

16 Mar

Open Comp Win a set of Edelrid Clothing

For the first time ever on UKClimbing, EDELRID are giving you the chance to win a full set of clothing.

13 Mar

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The Science of Climbing Training

An evidence-based guide to improving your climbing performance

10 Mar

The North Face Summit Series™ Casaval Midlayer Hoodie

The North Face Summit Series™ Casaval Midlayer Hoodie is an essential layer you can dial up or down depending on the temperature and conditions.

2 9 Mar

Stoppers from £6 each? That's nuts!

We dive into Kouba's collection of trad climbing stoppers, covering everything from micros to hexes, offsets to Abalaks.

8 16 Feb

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Scarpa R-EVO GTX hiking boots now £139

Grab yourself a pair of light, agile and waterproof Scarpa boots - brilliant for trekking over fell or dale. Super comfortable three season hiking and trekking boots, Scarpa's R-EVO GTX boots will keep you dry and comfy mile after mile.

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Sales and Accounts Administrator

We are seeking to appoint a full time Sales and Accounts Administrator to join the Petzl UK Agency. The role will be based at our office in Tebay, Cumbria.

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We are looking for a Sales Advisor to join our team and cement our reputation for award winning service. We are looking for a motivated manager, with a passion for cycling and service.

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