Climbing

World Cup Victory: Olympic Champion Janja Garnbret Makes Triumphant Return to Competition

In her first competition in 9 months, Janja Garnbret won bouldering gold in decisive fashion in Innsbruck.

Written by Mary Andino June 27, 2025

French Alpinist Becomes First to Ski — And Climb — All 4,000m Peaks in the Alps

The project to climb and ski each peak has included 20 first descents, along with the advanced mountaineering skills needed to reach the summits.

Written by Bergen Tjossem June 23, 2025

Patagonia Launches ‘Parenting: Disaster Style’ Short Film Series: Watch the First Episode

Two professional mountaineers are taking their ‘disaster style alpinism’ and applying it to parenting. Watch Patagonia’s first episode following the Hart–Turgeon family.

Written by Will Brendza June 18, 2025

The Best Climbing Ropes of 2025

We took to the whips to find the best climbing ropes for every type of climbing, with top picks from Sterling, Mammut, and Edelrid.

Written by Miya Tsudome and Matt Bento June 06, 2025

The Best Climbing Harnesses of 2025

We found the best climbing harnesses of 2025. Whether you’re sport climbing or mountaineering, we have you covered.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Matt Bento June 05, 2025

Must See: ‘Summit’ Unveils Stunning 40-Year Archive of Hallowed Magazine Covers

An interactive archive of one of climbing’s most venerable publications isn’t just beautiful — it’s a visual tour of the story of 20th-century climbing.

Written by Andrew McLemore May 19, 2025

Mammut Photo Contest Is Also a Global Treasure Hunt

The classic Swiss brand has announced several gear-based incentives to motivate you to grab a camera, get outside, have some fun — and maybe win some…

Written by M.T. Elliott May 16, 2025

The Best Men’s Climbing Pants of 2025

Our climbing fanatic found the best climbing pants of 2024. Whether heading to the gym or hitting up your local crag, we’ve got you covered.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Matt Bento May 13, 2025

Adrian Ballinger Argues for Sweeping Change on Everest: Nepal-Side Summits Are Becoming ‘Unethical’

Every year, more climbers die trying to reach Mount Everest’s summit via the southern route through Nepal. A prominent alpinist says China’s northern side offers…

Written by Andrew McLemore May 08, 2025

Watch Babsi Zangerl Become the First Person to Flash Yosemite’s El Capitan

In November of last year, Babsi Zangerl, 36, became the first person to flash a route on Yosemite’s most famous formation, El Capitan. ‘Flashed’ tells…

Written by Seiji Ishii April 30, 2025

Bouldering’s Toughest Problem? Adam Ondra Eyes First-Ever V18

Watch Adam Ondra flash several benchmark boulders in Fontainebleau and end the tour of the French forest on a V18 project.

Written by Seiji Ishii April 15, 2025

Kick Off Camping: Free Entry at All National Parks on April 19

National Park Week kicks off with a free entry day, and extends to April 27 with events, themed days, and volunteer opportunities.

Written by Will Brendza April 14, 2025

A Softer, More Sensitive SCARPA Instinct Climbing Shoe: We Review the VSR

The SCARPA Instinct VSR brings a softer, more supple model to the brand’s wildly successful Instinct line of high-performance climbing shoes.

Written by Mary Andino April 09, 2025

Adam Ondra Designed His Dream Bouldering Shoe: La Sportiva ‘Ondra Comp’ Review

Adam Ondra teamed up with La Sportiva to build a shoe to help him in the Paris Olympics bouldering competition. The Ondra Comp is the…

Written by Seiji Ishii April 02, 2025

Mount Everest Ban of Unsupported Climbers Won’t Affect 2025 Season

The ban against unsupported climbers on Mount Everest and other 8,000m peaks will not commence until after the bulk of the 2025 season.

Written by Angela Benavides March 28, 2025

Edelrid Birdlime 1R 9.8 Review: Workhorse Climbing Rope Made From Castor Oil

The Edelrid Birdlime 1R 9.8 is the first synthetic climbing rope to use renewable raw materials in its production.

Written by Seiji Ishii March 25, 2025

The Lightest Single Climbing Rope Ever Made: Edelrid Siskin Eco-Dry 8.6 Review

Edelrid claims its Siskin 8.6 Eco Dry is the lightest synthetic single climbing rope in existence. We ruthlessly tested it for this review.

Written by Seiji Ishii March 19, 2025

High-Tech Sherpa Scout: Drones Deployed on Everest

Navigating Everest’s Khumbu Icefall is one of the most dangerous jobs in the world. Tour operators hope drones will help improve safety.

Written by Andrew McLemore March 19, 2025

The Best Assisted Braking Device for Lead Belaying: Petzl NEOX Long-Term Review

The Petzl NEOX solves the critical issue with most assisted braking belay devices — unwanted rope locking when feeding slack.

Written by Seiji Ishii March 12, 2025

The Best Approach Shoes of 2025

Even though the sport climbers and boulderers don’t like it, sometimes getting to the crag requires a bit of hiking.

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Matt Bento March 12, 2025

‘Icefall Doctors’ Embark on Mount Everest’s Most Dangerous Job

Before climbers arrive at Mount Everest each season, the ‘Icefall Doctors’ prepare the Khumbu Icefall for passage.

Written by Angela Benavides March 11, 2025

The Best Climbing Shoes of 2025

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

Written by Austin Beck-Doss and Matt Bento March 10, 2025

Watch Bad Belaying Nearly Kill Pro Climber

A coach nearly killed a professional climber last year due to improper Petzl GriGri use. This video breaks down the accident and includes comments from…

Written by Seiji Ishii March 05, 2025

Black Diamond Issues Recall of Vision Climbing Harness

Vision Harness owners, beware: Affected products pose the risk of serious injury or death.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 27, 2025

World’s Hardest Rock Climb? Six New Moves Create Baffling Route

Watch as Stefano Ghisolfi and Brooke Raboutou work on the world’s first 5.16., an extension of ‘Excalibur,’ near Arco, Italy.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 24, 2025

Climb Confidently, Comfortably: Scarpa Drago XT Rock Shoe Review

The Drago XT is a slightly tweaked version of the venerable Scarpa Drago. The new shoe carries the same DNA, but is more widely usable.

Written by Seiji Ishii February 24, 2025

Climbers Secure Largest Land Acquisition in History at Red River Gorge

Last week, the Red River Gorge grew significantly through the largest land acquisition in U.S. rock climbing history.

Written by Mary Andino February 24, 2025

‘Sending in Color’ Finds Community in Ice Climbing Despite Warming Winters

‘Sending in Color’ is a unique D.E.I.-focused ice climbing group in the Midwest that is building a diverse community of people sharing a common passion.

Written by Will Brendza February 14, 2025