How to Climb El Cap: Part 1

SKILLS: How to Climb El Cap: Part 1

The first article in a series of three, Olly Tippett provides an introduction to his Big Wall Skills series, including an introduction to the discipline, the logistics of climbing in Yosemite, and the extra gear that you'll need to get started.

DESTINATION GUIDE: The Finest E2s in Pembroke

There are a wealth of classic E2s in Pembroke, so much so that it's hard to know where to begin. Here we have outlined five 'classics' alongside five 'others'. There are some...

TRIP REPORT: The First Female Ascent of Rainshadow, 9a

I was in Kendal, staying with Neil Gresham, his wife and their children. We had just presented a film at Kendal Mountain Festival and I was spending a few more days in the...

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A comfortable sport harness: Wild Country Session 2.0

Wild Country has a long history of producing protection for the UK climbing scene. Recently the harness range has been totally revamped, and without wanting to spoil this review, they have done a great job of bringing back some core models that really put Wild Country up with the best brands once-again.

Now Available to Order – Pembroke and Gower Trad

The brand-new Rockfax guide to the spectacular coastal crags of southwest Wales is here – and you can have it on your doorstep tomorrow with next-day UK delivery.

Covering nearly 2,100 routes, this huge book takes you from the magnificent cliffs of Pembrokeshire – North Coast slabs and walls, superb Range East, Mowing Word, Stackpole, Lydstep, and Penally – to the beautiful cliffs of Gower and the impressive crags of Ogmore and Box Bay.

30% off for Rockfax Digital subscribers. Prefer digital? Pembroke and Gower Trad are included in on Rockfax Digital.

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GROUP TEST: Lightweight Softshells

Cooler than a fleece or a thicker softshell, lightweight, unlined softshells are one of the more versatile pieces of clothing in your outdoor wardrobe, offering a bit of...

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Daughter enjoying the evening climbing on her second 6c!!

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