UKC Feature Articles
In this video feature from The North Face we see Alex Honnold, James Pearson, Renan Ozturk and Mark Synott new routing and... [ full story ]
An historical account of the sea level traverses at Berry Head, South Devon.
It culminates in August 2010 with Ken Palmer's... [ full story ]
Destination Articles
Alex Wilkinson & Kathryn Cooper takes us through the essential 'need to knows' for a bouldering trip to the world famous Castle... [ full story ]
In this article with full colour topo, UKC Chief Editor Jack Geldard takes us up the North Face of the Eiger.
With kit lists,... [ full story ]
UKClimbing FAQs
In part 4 of this short video series, Steve Long shows how to prussik up a rope.
"The ability to climb a rope is most likely to... [ full story ]
In this article experienced climber Bart van Deenen shares his personal experiences of beating elbow tendonitis and gives us an... [ full story ]
Gear Reviews
Independent reviews from the UKC gear testers
Dan Bailey gets inspired by a new fact-packed guide to the mountains of an entire country, by Chris Townsend.
"Newcomers to... [ full review ]
Georgie Smith gives the Summitstretch gloves some abuse to see what they're made of and how they handle cragging on chilly... [ full review ]
A pricey but fantastic sleeping bag, says Toby Archer. "It's about as light as you can get for the serious winter warmth it... [ full review ]
A synthetic insulated jacket is an incredibly versatile piece of kit, says Sarah Stirling, morphing seamlessly from well-fitting... [ full review ]
Latest Product News
Announcements direct from the manufacturers
Just hitting the shops is the new range of adjustable harnesses in Mammut's Ophir Line. All built using Mammut's two part webbing... [ full story ]
CragX, Sheffield's independant climbing shop, are looking for someone to work a four day week of 24hrs plus one weekend day every... [ full story ]
New Midweight Cushioned Toesocks available from Injinji now. Great for running, walking, biking, or any other sport where toes... [ full story ]
Weighing only 235 grams, the METEOR III + sets the standard in terms of lightness and comfort. It is also one of our most... [ full story ]
Polartec Power Dry with Cocona uses coconut husks to create a fabric that is lightweight, has anti bacterial properties, offers... [ full story ]
Redeveloped for 2011, the super technical Talon is back in the UK! The Talon won the hearts of hardcore boulderers and sport... [ full story ]
Designed in collaboration with Leo Houlding specifically for The Asgard Projet, this is one of the lightest Gore-tex Pro Shell... [ full story ]
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Latest Product News
Announcements direct from the manufacturers
Become a member of the King Kong fabrication team within our Lake District workshop. Ensuring our high quality... [ full story ]
Marmot's classic Driclime jacket just got a major upgrade... [ full story ]
The Climbing Hangar in Liverpool has unveiled its second phase, possibly placing it as either the largest or second largest... [ full story ]
Beacon Climbing Walls in North Wales are currently recruting new staff for their climbing wall building team.
Senior wall... [ full story ]
Mountain Hardwear invited UKClimbing.com out to the alps to test their new waterproof fabric - Dry Q.
Dry Q will be available... [ full story ]
As part of a week long training event organised by Black Diamond, Epicentre staff were invited down to the Peak District last... [ full story ]
The 3-in-1 Hybrid is for anyone seeking an integrated solution for all aspects of outdoor safety. This 3-in-1 kit provides... [ full story ]
Trekking in the Alps is an inspirational guide to 20 summer treks in the Alps covering Italy, Austria, Switzerland, France and... [ full story ]
Wild Country are very pleased to announce the new website has been successfully launched. This new site has loads of great new... [ full story ]
Mobile app ViewRanger is celebrating the launch of its new route planner website with a free routes promotion. [ full story ]
Sport England has awarded MTT (Mountain Training Trust) a 15-year contract to manage Plas y Brenin, The National Mountain Centre.... [ full story ]
Edelrid announce the Kilo Jul, a new belay device and successor to the award winning Jul. [ full story ]
A Centre Manager is required to lead the team of staff at Patterdale Hall, Bolton School's Outdoor Pursuits Centre based in... [ full story ]
Patagonia, in partnership with Outside, will open their first London store this summer. This flagship operation will showcase... [ full story ]
Make sure you are looking the business as the weather warms up this spring. The latest collection from Moon Climbing is now... [ full story ]
Suffering from sore tips? New from Metolius is the Hand Repair Balm, available in 0.5oz and 1oz tubs. [ full story ]
Berghaus MtnHaus now has its own website - www.mtnhaus.com. It's compact, like the range, but gives a good overview of the... [ full story ]
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Latest Product News
Announcements direct from the manufacturers
Every year Plas y Brenin replace their fleet of sea kayaks and white water boats. Here are the boats they are selling - all... [ full story ]
From technical alpine routes to casual crag outings, the award-winning Black Diamond Epic 35 covers the diverse needs of the... [ full story ]
A new wall for Brighouse in West Yorkshire has opened and there is a launch party on 16 April. [ full story ]
Mammut are now the official supplier of climbing ropes to the BMC. [ full story ]
Offering a completely new range of styles in the Endorphin, Trail, and 24 categories, the new women's garments feature an... [ full story ]
The Mountain Training Trust is seeking to appoint a highly skilled, active and experienced outdoor enthusiast to take... [ full story ]
This month sees the opening of The North Face store in Liverpool One, and to celebrate the high performance clothing and... [ full story ]
A stove that produces a consistent output in all weather conditions without sacrificing size.
As a burner heats up the... [ full story ]
Wild Vision, the retrospective work from adventure, travel and nature photographer John Beatty. Foreword by Jim Perrin. [ full story ]
Five Ten Athletes Ned Feehally and Steve McClure try out the new Hornet and Arrowhead models at Burbage West. Plus full details... [ full story ]
£100 of FREE KIT from Tiso and Mammut at the exclusive Boot Camp weekends in selected Tiso stores starting today at the opening... [ full story ]
Wild Rock is a busy little climbing wall in the heart of the Cotswolds. Full time (flexible hours including weekends) and... [ full story ]
Featuring a large mat, shoulder straps, padded back, and good pack space, the Two Sac can be used as a small backpack. [ full story ]
Amazing deal for April only. Set of 10 Wild Country Xenon Quick Draws for only £79. Normal RRP £140. [ full story ]
Competitions
The Ultralight / Watertight .5 Medical Kit is perfect for one-to-two-day solo trips when you want an ultralight kit with enough... [ full story ]
The 5th Rab® Mountain Marathon organised by Dark & White Challenge Events will take place on the weekend of 24th/25th September... [ full story ]
COMP CLOSED: The Talon series is Osprey's best-selling range, perfectly designed for fast moving active performance. UKC and UKH... [ full story ]
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