UKC Feature Articles

On 20th April 1914 "The Flake" on the Central Buttress of Scafell was climbed by Siegfried Herford, George Sansom and Cecil... [ full story ]

UKClimbing.com interview Nathan Lee and Oli Grounsell about their recent quick ascents of Rare Lichen, E9 6c, in North Wales... [ full story ]

Alex Honnold talks Fitzroy, Patagonia and his Honnold Foundation. "The thousands of feet of rappelling were no joke... It was... [ full story ]

With junior competitions becoming more popular, training for young climbers is becoming much more popular. However, young... [ full story ]

An antique axe believed to have belonged to George Mallory sold today at auction for a six figure sum. Alex Roddie explains why... [ full story ]

Finger Injuries are almost certainly the most common injuries climbers face. In this article, climbing coach Robin O'Leary... [ full story ]

UKClimbing FAQs

In this article training fanatic and qualified physiotherapist Peter Mortensen shows us his journey to do a pinkie one arm pull... [ full story ]

Gear Reviews

Duncan Campbell puts the Ridge Low GTX from Mammut through its paces to see how suitable an approach shoe it is for typical... [ full review ]

Dan Bailey takes the DNP Hoodie from The North Face out in to the Scottish hills for a thorough testing. Does he like it? Does... [ full review ]

A thoroughbred ice climbing jacket using a composite of hardshell and softshell materials. But does this mix of materials make... [ full review ]

Latest Product News

The ShAFF Adventure Festival was moved from its customary February timing to April this year to fit in with the Tour de France... [ full story ]

As climbers we spend a lot of time on the move, be it trips abroad, big expeditions or even a weekend away closer to home. To... [ full story ]

New MSR Hubba NX tent series offers lighter weight and greater livability in four new models.  [ full story ]

EB Blackbird & Sonic are great value shoes aimed at newer climbers, with a super comfortable fit, soft padded lining and durable... [ full story ]

MSR (Mountain Safety Research®) is honoured to announce its new Hubba Hubba NX tent has won Outside magazine's prestigious Gear... [ full story ]

Climber. Summit. Vertical. Whilst the UK is no stranger to climbing magazines with high-impact names, the more readily available... [ full story ]

Latest Product News

The questions isn't when would you need a spare Tikina 2, but when wouldn't you???? [ full story ]

We're excited to launch Stonesmith Holds.  New holds, carved and made in Glasgow by Malcolm Smith.   [ full story ]

£18,185 (pro rata 17 hours/week) Edinburgh University, Centre for Sports and Exercise Fancy joining the Team? If you're... [ full story ]

We've got a huge range of Prana t-shirts available at £19.99 each - buy two get one free! [ full story ]

When we started designing the new DMM rucksacks we knew straight away that we needed a sport climbing crag sack in the range.... [ full story ]

A hardwearing, minimalist alpine shell designed for those wanting to travel fast and light in the mountains. The lightest and... [ full story ]

An exciting opportunity has arisen at Osprey European Headquarters based in Poole Dorset for a European Marketing Co-ordinator... [ full story ]

An ultra-light and ultra-minimalist shell custom built for mountain running and adventure racing in all conditions. [ full story ]

In recent years, the Italian hiking and mountaineering boot manufacturer, AKU, have invested heavily, and have gone from strength... [ full story ]

Carrying a small rucksack on a big climb makes sense. It'll help you stay well organised and comfortable. It might even make the... [ full story ]

Nikwax is thrilled to announce the receipt of three outdoor awards in as many months: two from Walk magazine, the official... [ full story ]

A great deal on DMM Alpha Light Quickdraws. Choose any 5 in 12/18/25cm lengths @ £79.99 (RRP £95.00). [ full story ]

Here at Podsacs we are on the lookout for people who can test and promote our products.  Yes this does involve some free kit, but... [ full story ]

This an exciting opportunity to join a Technical team with a highly successful and fast moving outdoor brand. Rab is one of the... [ full story ]

We have a vacancy for a part-time sales person to work 3 days a week and occasional weekends. We would prefer individuals with... [ full story ]

Spring is well underway, make sure you make the most of the sunshine while it's here! [ full story ]

Latest Product News

Leading UK sock brand, Bridgedale®, which celebrates its 100 year heritage this year, has partnered with all 10 Mountain Rescue... [ full story ]

The Climbers Shop are currently selling the classic Five Ten Hueco for £69, down from £90 [ full story ]

The Guide Tennie is the most-trusted approach shoe in history. [ full story ]

Hot Rock Climbing Expeditions are back, next expedition - South America 2015 [ full story ]

This April the Wideboyz are going on a European Tour with the premiere of the Hotaches Movie 'Wideboyz II - Slender Gentlemen' [ full story ]

The new Peak Bouldering Rockfax guidebook is now available for pre-orders at a special offer price of £24.95 (RRP £29.95). [ full story ]

The Chamonix Mountain Festival is a fantastic opportunity for autonomous climbers to meet and explore the Mont Blanc Massif, from... [ full story ]

Marmot, in its 40th year of business, is stronger than ever in the technical apparel category. Over the many years that we have... [ full story ]

To find out more about this vacancy and to apply please follow this... [ full story ]

The Precip jacket has been a well respected and well known name on the waterproof jacket scene for over a decade. For Spring 2014... [ full story ]

Alpkit target adventures TV programme makers and presenters with innovative media-sensitive outerware. Designed for the harshest... [ full story ]

Exclusive offer for UKC members. This offer is not advertised on our site. To get a FREE matching coloured DMM Phantom Karabiner... [ full story ]

Competitions

Nikwax is the global leader in safe, high performance waterproofing, cleaning and conditioning for outdoor gear. Prolong the life... [ full story ]

Wild Country's new men's and women's apparel is in store across the UK and making quite an impact. You can get your hands on two... [ full story ]

Adventure Peaks are giving away a Men's Pro Lighter 30 and a Women's Pro Lighter 27 Rucksack. [ full story ]

A chance to win either a Men's Artemis or Women's Adroit Jacket from Marmot [ full story ]