UKC Feature Articles

The Kendal Mountain Festival approaches: 18-21 November. Here is another KMF speaker profile, the Swiss alpinist Stephan... [ full story ]

Next week it is question time on the UKC forums for the BMC Access Team. In this article Dr. Cath Flitcroft describes who the... [ full story ]

Is climbing/mountaineering a sport which should be disclosed to an insurance company when applying for life insurance? David... [ full story ]

In this excellent short film by Hans Hornberger we see Ian Parnell, accompanied by visiting top climbers Ines Papert, Mathieu... [ full story ]

Alan Halewood from Fort William and Neal Gwynne of Glasgow have made first ascents in the Pamir i Wakhan mountain range at... [ full story ]

This is a route guide to the Sea Stacks of Donegal. The stacks are listed starting at Mullaghtan Head in the South West of... [ full story ]

A few photos from my second Lakeland classic fell race, Langdale Horseshoe. [ full story ]

Three members of the Edinburgh University Mountaineering Club report on their recent expedition to the Torugart-Too mountains on... [ full story ]

This previously unpublished article is part of a lecture Paul Pritchard gave in Slovenia, Italy and France in 2009. It has been... [ full story ]

It is a shock: Kurt Albert is dead. He died on the 28th of September in hospital, after an accident on his home crag in which he... [ full story ]

A summary of all the latest content on UKClimbing.com from the past month, including: 13 new articles, 29 product announcements... [ full story ]

Destination Articles

An article on the high quality roadside trad climbing to be had at Tremadog. The crag is historically significant and home to... [ full story ]

The huge granite walls of Tsaranoro have been a popular adventure climbing destination since the late 1990's. The climbs are... [ full story ]

Imagine a place with more than 150 waterfalls, almost all of which have easy access and a stable climate that guarantees long... [ full story ]

Someone once described the bouldering around Bishop as 'better than Hueco or Font even'. Mick Ryan gives us the definitive... [ full story ]

Gear Reviews

Three softshell jackets are subjected to the elements, steep slopes and female opinion: the Mountain Hardwear Callisto, North... [ full review ]

Soft shell trousers must be one of the most versatile items of clothing going. Steph Duits and Tom Hutton look at Mammut's... [ full review ]

Nature lover Jack Geldard puts Mike Raine's new book 'Nature of Snowdonia' under his magnifying glass, and discovers that this... [ full review ]

A first look at some interesting new quickdraws from Climbing Technology, an Italian company new to the UK market. [ full review ]

Jon Griffith tests Patagonia's top of the line soft shell trousers in the French Alps and Alaska. [ full review ]

Two ropes, says Jack Geldard. One route. One day. Four arms. Eleven falls. One power scream. Two cold bacon sandwiches. One ... [ full review ]

These shoes profess to do two things, says Sarah Flint. To be ideal for newbies but also to be comfortable for all day... [ full review ]

Latest Product News

The North Star was designed with no compromise on quality and functionality in mind. With 200g (size medium) of highest quality... [ full story ]

Latest Product News

Designed as an approach shoe, the 144 Crest GT is also ideal for lightweight hiking, fast packing, as well as for adventure... [ full story ]

High Sports currently manage 16 climbing wall contracts, predominantly in London and the south east. With further new walls... [ full story ]

These have become the secret weapon of many aid and trad climbers.These little wonders will work in small parallel-sided cracks... [ full story ]

Patagonia is pleased to announce that 20 year old Hayden Kennedy is their newest climbing Ambassador... [ full story ]

With winter conditions approaching, it's time to pull out the double ropes but which ones do I need? [ full story ]

Tim Macartney-Snape, world-renowned mountain climber, adventurer and founder of outdoor equipment brand Sea to Summit, has... [ full story ]

Traditionally, helmets have only offered protection from falling objects, despite the fact that 80% of head injuries are... [ full story ]

The Infinity Jacket uses a new Pertex® Quantum ultra-lightweight rip-stop outer which allows optimum lofting and is filled with... [ full story ]

Berghaus and Eldon Leisure are pleased to promote a bouldering competition to celebrate the 20th anniversary of arguably the UK's... [ full story ]

Carlton is an important, well established Outdoor Centre and has over the years, delivered curricular based adventurous activity... [ full story ]

Designed and constructed to withstand the toughest of conditions, the Superfly XT is built to endure in the mountains. Used by... [ full story ]

The Climbing Academy's New Online Shop offers training equipment for boulderers and ice climbers. We have a great deal of the... [ full story ]

Last week there was a discussion at UKClimbing.com about the availability of the new range of tools from Petzl Charlet.Frank... [ full story ]

Hi All, Stephanie here again from Spring PR.We have 400 packs of Kudrati Naturally to giveaway in exchange for a bit of feedback. [ full story ]

Special offer for clubs on Altissimo Macro Volumes! [ full story ]

The perfect, lightweight, insulated layering piece for backpacking, climbing and mountaineering. With minimal weight and pack... [ full story ]

The Westway Climbing Centre are looking for a Climbing Wall Duty Manager to join their Climbing department at Westway Sports... [ full story ]

Designed for moving fast in cold conditions in the mountains. Featuring layered 60g and 40g Primaloft constructed in such way to... [ full story ]

An opportunity to join the Montane field sales team has become available. We require a relevantly experienced individual to work... [ full story ]

Montane require a Marketing assistant operating in immediate support of the Head of Marketing. We are seeking an enthusiastic... [ full story ]

The Wood Grips boards include rounded jugs, slopers and a mix of 2-, 3- and 4- finger pockets. Made from sustainable Alder, the... [ full story ]

Berghaus has announced that Leo Houlding's first show on the Berghaus Adventure Tour 2010 has been postponed. Houlding was due... [ full story ]

The latest version of a best seller! Large screw gate karabiner designed for belaying and rappelling with either a Munter hitch... [ full story ]

Latest Product News

The Duetto is 8.4mm and built to be lightweight with great handlling. The smooth, abrasion resistant sheath glides over the rock... [ full story ]

Beacon Climbing & Big Rock are appointing a joint marketing manager. The job will involve a split between promoting our... [ full story ]

Love Mammut gear? Then it could be worth your while hiking over to Mammut's new shop-in-shop at The Square, Hathersage on the... [ full story ]

The forthcoming relocation of the Wild Country business to Llanberis, Wales has created three job opportunities. [ full story ]

Here, in glorious colour, are some of our key products for this winter and a list of stockists. Let's hope we have another great... [ full story ]

Altissimo Macro Volumes were chosen to completely fit out the climbing wall for the International Climbing Championship of... [ full story ]

Interested in ice and alpine climbing? This is a must watch video. Introducing the new line of Petzl Charlet ice axes: the... [ full story ]

Mammut's new Chalten Jacket for men is a waterproof and highly breathable jacket offering realiable protection in high alpine... [ full story ]

The 8th Edinburgh Mountain Film Festival soars back into the capital from 21-24 October 2010. Tickets for the popular festival... [ full story ]

Looking for a way to keep fit and improve your climbing grade over the winter? The HCC winter bouldering league has the answer! [ full story ]

Berghaus mountaineer Mick Fowler will join a host of world renowned climbers and mountaineers at International Mountain Summit... [ full story ]

Climber magazine is back bigger than ever this month with a fantastic new look all packed into more pages. Tim Emmett starts a... [ full story ]

The latest in the Rock Trails series from Paul Gannon. Learn about the formation of this evocative landscape of limestone and... [ full story ]

The Nano Storm Jacket's combination of top quality synthetic insulation with complete stormproof protection provides everything... [ full story ]

Metolius Rock Rings - the portable training aid. [ full story ]

Mammut's Touch Ice Glove is a lightweight, highly durable glove that fits like a second skin for superb tactility and offers... [ full story ]

Evolv Optimus Prime down to £76.50 from an RRP of £85 at THE BARN CLIMBING SHOP, also check out our Prana Clothing end of summer... [ full story ]

DEAL OF THE MONTH: Wild Country Xenon quick draws. Any 5 quick draws for only £42.00! [ full story ]

Following product observation and quality assurance measures, Katadyn Products Inc. announced a voluntary recall of the Optimus... [ full story ]

Competitions

Win a bundle of Alpkit self-inflating sleeping mats. With a choice between the Family or Adventurer pack, it means that 1 lucky... [ full story ]

Sterling Rope have developed a Chris Sharma Signature rope and it will be available in the UK next Spring. Beta Climbing... [ full story ]

Cotswold Outdoor has teamed up with Rab to offer you the chance to win an unforgettable ice-climbing weekend with Rab climbing... [ 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 ]