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SCARPA Vapor S Review: Real Performance With All-Day Comfort

The SCARPA Vapor S is incredibly comfortable, making it an excellent slipper for long training sessions, boulder circuits, or endless pitches.

Written by Seiji Ishii August 08, 2023

The Best Climbing Shoes of 2023

Aside from the ice climbers, mountaineers, and Charles Albert, every climber needs a pair of reliable climbing shoes.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss July 27, 2023

Full Foot Tensioning: Evolv Zenist Pro First Look Review

The stellar Evolv Zenist launched in 2020. Evolv just put it in hyperdrive with the new Zenist Pro.

Written by Seiji Ishii July 17, 2023

Watch Will Bosi Climb the ‘World’s Hardest Boulder Problem’

‘Burden of Dreams’ was the first problem given the V17 grade and stood unrepeated for 7 years. Until now, thanks to Will Bosi.

Written by Seiji Ishii June 16, 2023

Why Boulder? Watch ‘Pursuit of Pointless’ for the Answer

What makes bouldering worth it? If you enjoy watching this video, you may not need the answer.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 22, 2023

The Top 7 Bouldering Gyms in the United States

Bouldering gyms are special. Call it a vibe or a feeling or a sense of community built on this shared passion that you might not…

Written by Matt Samet April 18, 2023

Heinous Highball Bouldering in Bishop With Timmy Kang

Among climbers, Bishop, Calif., is famous for its gigantic, egg-shaped boulders. How about sending five of the hardest climbs there in a single day?

Written by Andrew McLemore April 18, 2023

Harmful vs. Offensive: The Troublesome Debate Over Climbing Route Names

Climbing and bouldering route names are sometimes offensive. But are they harmful? Should they be changed without first ascensionists’ consent?

Written by Matt Samet March 30, 2023

Big Bouldering Deals Just in Time for Spring

Find great deals on outdoor gear. That’s our goal each week. This week, save on bouldering essentials.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss March 17, 2023

2023 Climbing Gym Gear Review: 7 Must-Haves for an Amazing Session

Having proper and specific climbing gym gear can improve everything about your session. Here are our seven favorites!

Written by Matt Samet February 27, 2023

Evolv Shaman Review: All-Around Warrior for Long Days on Any Rock

Prolonged testing showed the Evolv Shaman was versatile, with a precise toe, snug heel, and secure TRAX-SAS rubber.

Written by Sam Anderson February 16, 2023

Can the World’s Strongest Man Rock Climb? Find Out

Watching a World’s Strongest Man athlete go climbing should provide the definitive answer to the ‘strength versus technique’ question — shouldn’t it?

Written by Sam Anderson February 07, 2023

Adam Ondra Flashes Old Jerry Moffatt Problem ‘The Ace’ 8B/V13

Adam Ondra is likely the first person to flash the classic boulder problem. It’s an impressive achievement — if not exactly surprising for the world’s…

Written by Andrew McLemore January 24, 2023

Alex Puccio on ‘Shaken, Not Stirred’ V12: It’s Hueco Tanks Season!

Alex Puccio slugs it out with this long, pumpy Hueco Tanks classic in what might be the first female ascent.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 23, 2023

Climbing in Dubai: Who Knew?

A bouldering YouTuber checks out some of the rocks near Dubai. Turns out there’s plenty of stellar climbing even up to hard grades.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 23, 2023

Magnus Midtbø Hangs With 13-Year-Old Rock Climbing Phenom

Last year, French teen Théo Blass sent 5.14d at just 12 years old, beating the record Adam Ondra set when he was 13.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 10, 2023

Daniel Woods’ Switzerland Scorecard: V14 Flashes, V15 Send

What did Daniel Woods do with his month in Fionnay, Switzerland? Oh, not much. Just a V15, two V14s, two V12s (one a first ascent),…

Written by Andrew McLemore January 05, 2023

Stefano Ghisolfi Hunts Bouldering Bliss in Bishop

The latest vid from the Italian climbing pro sees him join other The North Face athletes in a fun romp through California’s bouldering epicenter.

Written by Andrew McLemore January 03, 2023

Katie Lamb: Under the Radar but Still a Bouldering Beast

If you’re not a bouldering nerd, there’s a fair chance you don’t know who the Massachussetsan is. Pro tip: change that.

Written by Sam Anderson December 28, 2022

The Best Women’s Climbing Shoes of 2023

We tested and reviewed the best women’s climbing shoes of 2023, including picks from La Sportiva, SCARPA, and more.

Written by Morgan Tilton & Miya Tsudome December 23, 2022

Stefano Ghisolfi Climbs 100 Boulder Problems in One Hour

Usually, we watch Ghisolfi climb one thing over the course of a video. This time, he does a few more.

Written by Sam Anderson December 14, 2022

Climber Conserves Energy, Reaches New Heights With Aventon E-Bike

GearJunkie and Aventon Bikes teamed up for a day of ‘stone lifting,’ climbing, and, of course, cycling.

Watch Shawn Raboutou’s First Hits on World’s First V17, ‘Burden of Dreams’

The world’s most decorated V17 climber started trying the world’s first V17 boulder problem. Here’s how it went.

Written by Sam Anderson December 12, 2022

Raboutou, Roberts, and Bosi Projecting Switzerland’s Hardest Lines

You can rely on Shawn Raboutou, Aidan Roberts, and Will Bosi to do one thing like clockwork: work the proj. Get among the crew on…

Written by Sam Anderson November 29, 2022

British Climber Boulders Hands-Free — In a Tweed Suit

Most climbers understand the importance of good footwork, but this guy takes it to another level — while retaining a sense of playful fun.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 29, 2022

Daniel Woods Makes 4th Ascent of Multiverse V15

No music and no dialogue: Just a two-minute send of a 19-move route that Daniel Woods called ‘damn near perfect.’

Written by Andrew McLemore November 25, 2022

Premiere: ‘Megatron’ V17 by Shawn Raboutou and Mellow

I don’t know what sorcery it takes to climb V17 because I’ll never do it unless I break free of the earth’s gravity. Maybe Raboutou’s…

Written by Sam Anderson November 18, 2022

Virtual Tour: Ancient Art at Hueco Tanks With Jon Cardwell

If you’re ever bouldering at Hueco Tanks, take a history tour on one of your rest days. Here’s a primer, from Jon Cardwell.

Written by Sam Anderson November 16, 2022

Shawn Raboutou Claims First Ascent of ‘Megatron’ V17

‘On fire,’ was French crusher Seb Bouin’s stripped-down comment on Shawn Raboutou’s Nov. 15 first ascent post. That pretty much says it.

Written by Sam Anderson November 16, 2022

A ‘Good Month’ for Drew Ruana: 7 V14 & V15 Sends, Including First Ascents

With this iPhone edit, Drew Ruana shows a talent for understatement. He actually sent seven routes at V14 and above in less than a month.

Written by Andrew McLemore November 15, 2022

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