These are reviews from the UKC editorial team
Some say that bouldering, due to its elegant simplicity, is the purest form of climbing. Maybe that was once the case, but it certainly isn't now, with a plethora of products available that make a trad climber's rack look straightforward.
Organic are in vogue in the bouldering world. Their bright coloured pads are instantly recognisable, not to mention some of the best around. But does this quality and durability cross over to their range of accessories? Rob Greenwood takes a look...
A bouldering mat that feels harder or softer, depending how high your fall, the Wrap is also comfy to carry. It's a winning combination, reckons Nick Brown.
If we had to sum this up in one word... it's BIG! The basic design follows the traditional centre-fold mat...
Rob Greenwood reviews the Organic Big Pad and concludes that it is, indeed very BIG, very good, and very expensive!
Alpkit have been making bouldering mats for nearly 15 years. 2013 has seen them introduce some new mats plus make modifications...
Nik Goile reviews Metolius' tri-fold Recon pad, designed to offer both a compact profile and large landing area.
These are annoucements direct from manufacturers
We've been making pads in the UK AlpFactory for over 10 years now and have learnt a little on the way. With the new range some of the names may be familiar but we have redesigned all the pads from scratch, using feedback from athletes, staff and customers we feel this is the most comprehensive and best range of pads we've ever offered.
Prime bouldering. Equip yourself to tick off those hardest of boulder problems before the warmer weather arrives with our tough as anything UK Made bouldering pads.
Whilst the winter is where it's at for many boulderers, the sunny summer bouldering scene is not to be underestimated.
We can't believe it but SNAP is 20 Years old! Born and bred in France, SNAP pads have been littering the forest floors of...
The superb, well featured Session Pad from Metolius is now available in Orange. In Stores Now
The ultimate pad for highballers, and circuit climbers, has now got two new sizes added to the menu
High quality Taco style UK made bouldering pad.
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