Climbing: Most Popular Articles
These articles are the most popular over the last month.
Facts About Mount Everest
Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, stretches along the border of Nepal and Tibet/China in southern Asia. Find out lots of interesting facts about Mount Everest, including its first ascent, the usual climbing routes, and strange feats on the roof of the world.
Mount Everest, the highest mountain in the world, stretches along the border of Nepal and Tibet/China in southern Asia. Find out lots of interesting facts about Mount Everest, including its first ascent, the usual climbing routes, and strange feats on the roof of the world.
K2 Fast Facts
Learn interesting facts about K2, the second highest mountain in the world.
Learn interesting facts about K2, the second highest mountain in the world.
Kilimanjaro
Learn here about Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, one of the Seven Summits, and one of the most popular high mountains in the world for climbers.
Learn here about Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa, one of the Seven Summits, and one of the most popular high mountains in the world for climbers.
Fast Facts About Mount Fuji
Learn interesting facts about Mount Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and one of the world's most beautiful and famous mountains, and how to climb Fuji-san.
Learn interesting facts about Mount Fuji, the highest mountain in Japan and one of the world's most beautiful and famous mountains, and how to climb Fuji-san.
10 Rock Shoe Buying Tips
10 Rock Climbing Shoe Buying Tips -- Buying a New Pair of Rock Climbing Shoes
10 Rock Climbing Shoe Buying Tips -- Buying a New Pair of Rock Climbing Shoes
Matterhorn
Learn all about about the Matterhorn and climbing the Matterhorn, Switzerland's most famous mountain.
Learn all about about the Matterhorn and climbing the Matterhorn, Switzerland's most famous mountain.
4 Rappel Knots
If you're out climbing and need to rappel off the cliff, here are the four best knots to tie your climbing ropes together.
If you're out climbing and need to rappel off the cliff, here are the four best knots to tie your climbing ropes together.
Dark Summit Book Review
Book review of The Summit — The True Story of Everest’s Most Controversial Season by Nick Heil about Mount Everest and the 2006 disaster
Book review of The Summit — The True Story of Everest’s Most Controversial Season by Nick Heil about Mount Everest and the 2006 disaster
6 Important Climbing Knots
You need to know these 6 knots to go rock climbing safely--Figure-8 Follow-Through Knot, Clove Hitch, Figure-8-on-a-Bight, Double Fisherman's Knot, Prusik Knot, and Münter Hitch.
You need to know these 6 knots to go rock climbing safely--Figure-8 Follow-Through Knot, Clove Hitch, Figure-8-on-a-Bight, Double Fisherman's Knot, Prusik Knot, and Münter Hitch.
Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier, the highest mountain in Washington, is the fourth highest mountain in the United States. Learn lots of interesting facts about Mount Rainier and how to climb it.
Mount Rainier, the highest mountain in Washington, is the fourth highest mountain in the United States. Learn lots of interesting facts about Mount Rainier and how to climb it.
3 Skills for a TR Anchor
The 3 basic skills you need to know to build a safe anchor system for top-rope rock climbing.
The 3 basic skills you need to know to build a safe anchor system for top-rope rock climbing.
6 Rappelling Skills
Rappelling is skill-based. Learn here what the six essential climbing skills you need to know to rappel safely and efficiently.
Rappelling is skill-based. Learn here what the six essential climbing skills you need to know to rappel safely and efficiently.
Mount Kosciuszko
Fast facts about Mount Kosciuszko, the highest mountain in Australia and one of the Seven Summits.
Fast facts about Mount Kosciuszko, the highest mountain in Australia and one of the Seven Summits.
The Seven Summits
The Seven Summits, a well-known mountaineering objective, are the highest peaks on each of the seven continents. Learn here about these seven mountains and climbing them.
The Seven Summits, a well-known mountaineering objective, are the highest peaks on each of the seven continents. Learn here about these seven mountains and climbing them.
Mont Blanc
Learn all about Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in western Europe and the Alps, and a popular mountain for climbers.
Learn all about Mont Blanc, the highest mountain in western Europe and the Alps, and a popular mountain for climbers.
K2: The Abruzzi Spur
K2, the second highest mountain in the world, is usually climbed by the Abruzzi Spur route up the Southeast Ridge. Read a description of the route and make your own plans to climb to the summit of K2.
K2, the second highest mountain in the world, is usually climbed by the Abruzzi Spur route up the Southeast Ridge. Read a description of the route and make your own plans to climb to the summit of K2.
Top-Rope Climbing
Top-rope climbing is the best way for beginners to get out on the rocks. Check here for the skills you need to know and what equipment you need to buy.
Top-rope climbing is the best way for beginners to get out on the rocks. Check here for the skills you need to know and what equipment you need to buy.
The Best Tie-In Knot
How to tie a Figure-8 Follow-Through knot, the best knot for tying into a climbing rope.
How to tie a Figure-8 Follow-Through knot, the best knot for tying into a climbing rope.
Aconcagua
Learn interesting climbing and geographic facts about Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America and one of the Seven Summits.
Learn interesting climbing and geographic facts about Aconcagua, the highest mountain in South America and one of the Seven Summits.
Fast Facts About Denali
Learn interesting climbing history and geographic facts about Denali, also called Mount McKinley, the highest mountain in North America, the United States, and Alaska, and one of the Seven Summits.
Learn interesting climbing history and geographic facts about Denali, also called Mount McKinley, the highest mountain in North America, the United States, and Alaska, and one of the Seven Summits.
8,000-Meter Peaks List
The world’s 14 highest mountains are an exclusive club of peaks whose summits tower more than 8,000 meters (26,247 feet) above sea level.The Eight Thousanders all lie in the Himalayan and Karakoram ranges in central Asia.
The world’s 14 highest mountains are an exclusive club of peaks whose summits tower more than 8,000 meters (26,247 feet) above sea level.The Eight Thousanders all lie in the Himalayan and Karakoram ranges in central Asia.
Basic Rappel Equipment
Here is a list of all the essential equipment that you need to rappel off your newest climb, including ropes, rappel device, anchors, slings, harness, gloves, and daisy chain.
Here is a list of all the essential equipment that you need to rappel off your newest climb, including ropes, rappel device, anchors, slings, harness, gloves, and daisy chain.
LearntoBelay
Belaying is one of the most important climbing skills. Here you learn the basics about belaying and using belay devices.
Belaying is one of the most important climbing skills. Here you learn the basics about belaying and using belay devices.
Top-Rope Climbing Gear
Here's eveything that you need to get out top-rope climbing on your local cliff, including a climbing rope, carabiners, slings, and personal gear.
Here's eveything that you need to get out top-rope climbing on your local cliff, including a climbing rope, carabiners, slings, and personal gear.
Devils Tower Facts
Devils Tower, a spectacular natural landmark in Wyoming, is one of the premier climbing destinations in the United States. Find out here all about Devils Tower.
Devils Tower, a spectacular natural landmark in Wyoming, is one of the premier climbing destinations in the United States. Find out here all about Devils Tower.
Belay & Rappel Devices
Belay and rappel devices are one of the most important pieces of climbing equipment that you will need to purchase and learn to use so you can safely belay and rappel at the cliff.
Belay and rappel devices are one of the most important pieces of climbing equipment that you will need to purchase and learn to use so you can safely belay and rappel at the cliff.
7 Summit Climbing Costs
How much does it cost to climb The Seven Summits, the seven highest mountains on the seven continents? You know it will cost a lot of money, find out here how much it costs to climb all seven mountains.
How much does it cost to climb The Seven Summits, the seven highest mountains on the seven continents? You know it will cost a lot of money, find out here how much it costs to climb all seven mountains.
How to Tie an Autoblock Knot
Learn how to tie and use an autoblock knot, an essential safety knot used in climbing and rappelling.
Learn how to tie and use an autoblock knot, an essential safety knot used in climbing and rappelling.
Sport Climbing Gear
Here's all the basic equipment you need to go sport climbing, including rope, quickdraws, locking carabiners, and personal gear.
Here's all the basic equipment you need to go sport climbing, including rope, quickdraws, locking carabiners, and personal gear.
Figure-8 Fisherman's Knot
Definition of Double Figure-8 Fisherman’s Knot, climbing words for the best knot to tie 2 ropes together.
Definition of Double Figure-8 Fisherman’s Knot, climbing words for the best knot to tie 2 ropes together.
10 Climbing Safety Tips
Climbing is dangerous. Learn the basic rules of climbing safety to stay safe on the rocks and avoid accidents. Follow these ten tips for climbing safety for a safe climbing adventure.
Climbing is dangerous. Learn the basic rules of climbing safety to stay safe on the rocks and avoid accidents. Follow these ten tips for climbing safety for a safe climbing adventure.
Colorado's Fourteeners
Colorado has 55 Fourteeners or 14,000-foot mountains in its many mountain ranges. Learn all about Colorado's Fourteeners and how to climb them.
Colorado has 55 Fourteeners or 14,000-foot mountains in its many mountain ranges. Learn all about Colorado's Fourteeners and how to climb them.
Mount Whitney
Check out lots of interesting facts and statistics about Mount Whitney, the highest mountain in California and the highest in the lower 48 states.
Check out lots of interesting facts and statistics about Mount Whitney, the highest mountain in California and the highest in the lower 48 states.
Mountain Climbing
Learn here about mountaineering or the sport of climbing mountains, one of the finest outdoor opportunities for the lover of high places. Mountain climbing is about challenge and perseverance, about putting hands and feet onto rocks and ice and snow and finally reaching a summit.
Learn here about mountaineering or the sport of climbing mountains, one of the finest outdoor opportunities for the lover of high places. Mountain climbing is about challenge and perseverance, about putting hands and feet onto rocks and ice and snow and finally reaching a summit.
Using a Daisy Chain
A daisy chain, used in rock climbing, is a length of webbing with variable-length sewn links which can be clipped into anchors with a carabiner. Learn here about daisy chains and how to properly use them.
A daisy chain, used in rock climbing, is a length of webbing with variable-length sewn links which can be clipped into anchors with a carabiner. Learn here about daisy chains and how to properly use them.
How to Tie a Prusik Knot
Learn how to tie a Prusik knot, an important knot used in climbing for ascending ropes and in emergency situations.
Learn how to tie a Prusik knot, an important knot used in climbing for ascending ropes and in emergency situations.
4 Friction Knots
Every climber needs to know these 4 friction knots--Prusik knot, Klemheist knot, Bachmann knot, and Autoblock knot--to climb a rope in an emergency or to escape a belay during a self-rescue.
Every climber needs to know these 4 friction knots--Prusik knot, Klemheist knot, Bachmann knot, and Autoblock knot--to climb a rope in an emergency or to escape a belay during a self-rescue.
Mount Elbert
Facts and figures about Mount Elbert, the highest mountain in Colorado.
Facts and figures about Mount Elbert, the highest mountain in Colorado.
All About Rappelling
Rappelling is a climbing technique that allows you to do a controlled descent down a rope from a cliff or mountain. Learn here all about rappelling and the essential climbing skills you need to learn to safely rappel.
Rappelling is a climbing technique that allows you to do a controlled descent down a rope from a cliff or mountain. Learn here all about rappelling and the essential climbing skills you need to learn to safely rappel.
Basic Trad Gear Rack
What do you need to buy to build a basic rack of equipment for traditional climbing? Here are my suggestions for starting to build your trad rack, including cams, nuts, slings, and carabiners.
What do you need to buy to build a basic rack of equipment for traditional climbing? Here are my suggestions for starting to build your trad rack, including cams, nuts, slings, and carabiners.
Fast Facts About Mount Elbrus
Learn all about Mount Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe, one of the Seven Summits, and one of the most popular but deadliest high mountains in the world for climbers.
Learn all about Mount Elbrus, the highest mountain in Europe, one of the Seven Summits, and one of the most popular but deadliest high mountains in the world for climbers.
Six Performance Climbing Tips
Use these six climbing movement tips to improve your performance on the rocks. Learn about properly using your feet, legs, and hands; how to make basic climbing strategies; and how to be one with the rock. Read them, practice them, and get climbing.
Use these six climbing movement tips to improve your performance on the rocks. Learn about properly using your feet, legs, and hands; how to make basic climbing strategies; and how to be one with the rock. Read them, practice them, and get climbing.
Sport Climbing Anchors
Use quickdraws on the bolt anchors on sport climbing routes to rig top-ropes for your buddies. Using your own gear lessens the wear on permanent hardware and keeps you safer.
Use quickdraws on the bolt anchors on sport climbing routes to rig top-ropes for your buddies. Using your own gear lessens the wear on permanent hardware and keeps you safer.
Climbing Voice Commands
Climbing voice commands are basic verbal commands that rock climbers use to communicate with each other when they're climbing. Learn here why climbers use voice commands and what the basic voice commands are.
Climbing voice commands are basic verbal commands that rock climbers use to communicate with each other when they're climbing. Learn here why climbers use voice commands and what the basic voice commands are.
Autoblock Knot Definition
The autoblock knot is an important climbing knot used as a safety back-up on a rappel rope.
The autoblock knot is an important climbing knot used as a safety back-up on a rappel rope.
Kangchenjunga Facts
Facts about Kangchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world.
Facts about Kangchenjunga, the third highest mountain in the world.
Orizaba Fast Facts
Learn here about Pico de Orizaba, the highest mountain in Mexico and the highest volcano in North America.
Learn here about Pico de Orizaba, the highest mountain in Mexico and the highest volcano in North America.
Annapurna Facts
Facts About Annapurna, the Tenth Highest Mountain in the World
Facts About Annapurna, the Tenth Highest Mountain in the World
Gangkhar Puensum
Learn all about Gangkhar Puensum in Bhutan, the world's highest unclimbed mountain.
Learn all about Gangkhar Puensum in Bhutan, the world's highest unclimbed mountain.
Guadalupe Peak
Read interesting facts and statistics about Guadalupe Peak, the highest mountain in Texas.
Read interesting facts and statistics about Guadalupe Peak, the highest mountain in Texas.
What Shoes to Wear
You're just learning how to climb and want to buy a new pair of rock climbing shoes. Learn the essentials here about what kind of shoes to buy and how they should fit your foot.
You're just learning how to climb and want to buy a new pair of rock climbing shoes. Learn the essentials here about what kind of shoes to buy and how they should fit your foot.
4 Types of Climbing Chalk
Climbers use chalk to dry sweaty hands and to enhance their grip on handholds. Find out here about the four types of climbing chalk that you can buy and use on the rock.
Climbers use chalk to dry sweaty hands and to enhance their grip on handholds. Find out here about the four types of climbing chalk that you can buy and use on the rock.
Rope Care Tips
Your climbing rope won't last forever. Follow these tips to increase its life--don't step on your rope, use a rope bag, run your rope freely, switch ends after falling on your rope, and regularly wash it.
Your climbing rope won't last forever. Follow these tips to increase its life--don't step on your rope, use a rope bag, run your rope freely, switch ends after falling on your rope, and regularly wash it.
Full Crimp Grip
The full crimp grip is one of 6 hand and finger positions used in rock climbing. Learn all about the full crimp, how to do it, and how to avoid crimping injuries.
The full crimp grip is one of 6 hand and finger positions used in rock climbing. Learn all about the full crimp, how to do it, and how to avoid crimping injuries.
Colorado Fourteeners List
Colorado, the roof of the Rockies, offers 55 Fourteeners or peaks above 14,000 feet for climbers. Here is a complete listing of all the Fourteeners, their elevations, and their mountain ranges.
Colorado, the roof of the Rockies, offers 55 Fourteeners or peaks above 14,000 feet for climbers. Here is a complete listing of all the Fourteeners, their elevations, and their mountain ranges.
Costs to Climb Kilimanjaro
How much will it cost you to climb Kilimanjaro? Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa and one of the Seven Summits, is expensive to climb. Learn about all the essential costs, including airfare, outfitter fees, tips, and extra costs, and make your own budget to have the adventure of a lifetime by climbing Kili.
How much will it cost you to climb Kilimanjaro? Kilimanjaro, the highest mountain in Africa and one of the Seven Summits, is expensive to climb. Learn about all the essential costs, including airfare, outfitter fees, tips, and extra costs, and make your own budget to have the adventure of a lifetime by climbing Kili.
Prusik Knot Definition
Definition of Prusik Knot, climbing words for a friction knot used to ascend a fixed rope.
Definition of Prusik Knot, climbing words for a friction knot used to ascend a fixed rope.
Six Basic Finger Grips
You need to learn to effectively use your hands and fingers to become a successful rock climber. Learn about using handholds and the six basic finger grips for rock climbing.
You need to learn to effectively use your hands and fingers to become a successful rock climber. Learn about using handholds and the six basic finger grips for rock climbing.
Climbing Harness Parts
Your climbing harness, which basically connects your body to your rope, is a complicated piece of equipment. It has lots of parts—straps, buckles, and loops. Read this breakdown of all the parts of a climbing harness so you know what you’re looking at when you go out to buy a new harness.
Your climbing harness, which basically connects your body to your rope, is a complicated piece of equipment. It has lots of parts—straps, buckles, and loops. Read this breakdown of all the parts of a climbing harness so you know what you’re looking at when you go out to buy a new harness.
Clove Hitch
Definition of Clove Hitch, climbing words for a knot to tie a rope to a carabiner, anchor, or tree.
Definition of Clove Hitch, climbing words for a knot to tie a rope to a carabiner, anchor, or tree.
10 Tips to Place Cams
Spring-loaded camming devices or SLCDs are an important part of your rack of climbing gear. While cams are easy to place, they are only safe and secure if you place them correctly. Learn how to place camming units; which cracks are best for cams; why you use quickdraws on cams; why cams aren't great for top-rope anchors; and how to remove stuck cams.
Spring-loaded camming devices or SLCDs are an important part of your rack of climbing gear. While cams are easy to place, they are only safe and secure if you place them correctly. Learn how to place camming units; which cracks are best for cams; why you use quickdraws on cams; why cams aren't great for top-rope anchors; and how to remove stuck cams.
Types of Harnesses
Harnesses are specifically made for different types of climbing, including sport, gym, and competition climbing, general all-around climbing, big wall climbing, alpine and ice climbing, caving, and kids climbing. Specific harnesses are made for women and children.
Harnesses are specifically made for different types of climbing, including sport, gym, and competition climbing, general all-around climbing, big wall climbing, alpine and ice climbing, caving, and kids climbing. Specific harnesses are made for women and children.
Cho Oyu Facts
Facts About Cho Oyu, the Fifth Highest Mountain in the World
Facts About Cho Oyu, the Fifth Highest Mountain in the World
Double Overhand Knot
Definition of Double Overhand Knot, climbing words for a knot used to tie 2 ropes together for rappelling.
Definition of Double Overhand Knot, climbing words for a knot used to tie 2 ropes together for rappelling.
Climbing Knots
Learn all about knots for climbing, including the best knots for climbing; knots to tie rappel ropes together; friction knots; knot strength; and how to tie and untie knots.
Learn all about knots for climbing, including the best knots for climbing; knots to tie rappel ropes together; friction knots; knot strength; and how to tie and untie knots.
Figure-8-on-a-Bight Knot
Definition of Figure-8-on-a-Bight Knot, climbing words for the a secure knot used to tie a climber to an anchor.
Definition of Figure-8-on-a-Bight Knot, climbing words for the a secure knot used to tie a climber to an anchor.
Carstensz Pyramid
Learn about Carstensz Pyramid, the highest mountain in New Guinea, Indonesia, and Oceania, and one of the Seven Summits.
Learn about Carstensz Pyramid, the highest mountain in New Guinea, Indonesia, and Oceania, and one of the Seven Summits.
K2 Firsts
K2, the world's second highest mountain, is one of its most difficult and dangerous to climb. Here is a list of all the firsts on K2, including the first attempt, the first ascent, first Americans to climb it, first woman ascent, first ski descent, and first death.
K2, the world's second highest mountain, is one of its most difficult and dangerous to climb. Here is a list of all the firsts on K2, including the first attempt, the first ascent, first Americans to climb it, first woman ascent, first ski descent, and first death.
Climbing Sling Types
Climbing slings, lengths of cord or webbing that are sewn or tied into closed loops, come in five basic types. Read about each type and what they are used for when you go rock climbing.
Climbing slings, lengths of cord or webbing that are sewn or tied into closed loops, come in five basic types. Read about each type and what they are used for when you go rock climbing.
Rock Shoe Repairs
You've been climbing all summer and your rock shoes need new soles. What do you need done to the shoes and who's going to do the job? Read this guide to rock shoe resoles, repairs, and cobblers to make the right choices.
You've been climbing all summer and your rock shoes need new soles. What do you need done to the shoes and who's going to do the job? Read this guide to rock shoe resoles, repairs, and cobblers to make the right choices.
Don't Top-Rope Through Bolts
A cardinal rule of top-roping is to never rig a top-rope through bolt anchors. The sawing of the rope wears out the metal anchors, requiring expensive replacement.
A cardinal rule of top-roping is to never rig a top-rope through bolt anchors. The sawing of the rope wears out the metal anchors, requiring expensive replacement.
Anchor
Definition of Anchor, a climbing word for a piece of gear or natural object that ties or anchors a climber to a face.
Definition of Anchor, a climbing word for a piece of gear or natural object that ties or anchors a climber to a face.
Makalu Fast Facts
Facts About Makalu, the Fifth Highest Mountain in the World.
Facts About Makalu, the Fifth Highest Mountain in the World.
3 Types of Rock Faces
There are 3 types of rock faces you'll encounter when you're rock climbing — slabs, vertical faces, and overhanging faces. Find out about these faces, how to climb them, and America's best areas for each type.
There are 3 types of rock faces you'll encounter when you're rock climbing — slabs, vertical faces, and overhanging faces. Find out about these faces, how to climb them, and America's best areas for each type.
Münter Hitch
Definiton of the Münter hitch, a climbing knot used for rappelling and belaying, especially in emergency situations.
Definiton of the Münter hitch, a climbing knot used for rappelling and belaying, especially in emergency situations.
Caving Equipment
You want to go underground and crawl around in caves? Here's all the essential equipment that you need to get out caving, including helmet, headlamp, oversuit, and personal gear.
You want to go underground and crawl around in caves? Here's all the essential equipment that you need to get out caving, including helmet, headlamp, oversuit, and personal gear.
Carabiner Brake Method
How do you rappel if you drop your rappel device on a rock climb? The best way to get down is by using the carabiner brake method. Learn all about the carabiner brake including its advantages and disadvantages so you'll know how to manage in an emergency situation.
How do you rappel if you drop your rappel device on a rock climb? The best way to get down is by using the carabiner brake method. Learn all about the carabiner brake including its advantages and disadvantages so you'll know how to manage in an emergency situation.
Lhotse Fast Facts
Facts about Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain in the world.
Facts about Lhotse, the fourth highest mountain in the world.
All About Climbing Slings
Climbing slings, simply lengths of webbing that are tied or sewn into closed loops, are an essential piece of rock climbing equipment. Learn all about slings, how climbers use slings, the different materials used to make slings, and the differences between sewn and tied slings.
Climbing slings, simply lengths of webbing that are tied or sewn into closed loops, are an essential piece of rock climbing equipment. Learn all about slings, how climbers use slings, the different materials used to make slings, and the differences between sewn and tied slings.
Black Diamond ATC-XP
Review of Black Diamond ATC-XP Climbing Belay Device
Review of Black Diamond ATC-XP Climbing Belay Device
Belay Device
Definition of Belay Device, a climbing equipment word for hardware used for belaying and rappelling.
Definition of Belay Device, a climbing equipment word for hardware used for belaying and rappelling.
Nanga Parbat Facts
Facts About Nanga Parbat, the Ninth Highest Mountain in the World
Facts About Nanga Parbat, the Ninth Highest Mountain in the World
Care of Rock Shoes
To ensure that your rock shoes last, follow these three tips every time you go climbing and your shoes will have a long and happy life on the rocks.
To ensure that your rock shoes last, follow these three tips every time you go climbing and your shoes will have a long and happy life on the rocks.
Lightning First Aid
The worst thing to happen during a thunder storm is that you or someone in your party is struck by lightning. If lightning strikes while you're climbing, follow these first aid steps to save a life.
The worst thing to happen during a thunder storm is that you or someone in your party is struck by lightning. If lightning strikes while you're climbing, follow these first aid steps to save a life.
Climbing Mount Sherman
Information and a route description for climbing Mount Sherman, one of Colorado's Fourteeners.
Information and a route description for climbing Mount Sherman, one of Colorado's Fourteeners.
“On Belay” Command
“On belay” is the first climbing voice command used by a climbing team at the base of a route as well as at both the beginning and end of a pitch higher up the cliff.
“On belay” is the first climbing voice command used by a climbing team at the base of a route as well as at both the beginning and end of a pitch higher up the cliff.
Mount Washington
Learn lots of interesting facts and data about Mount Washington, the highest mountain in New Hampshire and New England.
Learn lots of interesting facts and data about Mount Washington, the highest mountain in New Hampshire and New England.
How to Rig a Carabiner Brake
Learn how to rig a carabiner brake so you can safely rappel off a climb if you accidently drop, lose, or forget your rappel device.
Learn how to rig a carabiner brake so you can safely rappel off a climb if you accidently drop, lose, or forget your rappel device.
Bouldering Equipment
The beauty of bouldering is not just doing hard moves but also its minimalism. You don’t need to spend lots of money on equipment to have fun on the boulders. Here are the 3 essential pieces of climbing equipment that you need to go bouldering.
The beauty of bouldering is not just doing hard moves but also its minimalism. You don’t need to spend lots of money on equipment to have fun on the boulders. Here are the 3 essential pieces of climbing equipment that you need to go bouldering.
Humphreys Peak
Read interesting facts and statistics about Humphreys Peak, the highest mountain in Arizona.
Read interesting facts and statistics about Humphreys Peak, the highest mountain in Arizona.
Joe Simpson Climbing Quote
Check out this climbing quote from famed British mountaineer Joe Simpson's book This Game of Ghosts.
Check out this climbing quote from famed British mountaineer Joe Simpson's book This Game of Ghosts.
Klemheist Knot
Definition of Klemheist Knot, climbing words for a friction knot used to ascend and descend a fixed rope.
Definition of Klemheist Knot, climbing words for a friction knot used to ascend and descend a fixed rope.
Square Fisherman’s Knot
Definition of Square Fisherman’s Knot, climbing words for a knot used to tie 2 ropes together for rappelling.
Definition of Square Fisherman’s Knot, climbing words for a knot used to tie 2 ropes together for rappelling.
Rappel Device
Definition of Rappel Device, a climbing equipment word for a metal device used for belaying and rappelling.
Definition of Rappel Device, a climbing equipment word for a metal device used for belaying and rappelling.
Anchor & Belayer
The most important parts of the top-rope climbing safety chain are the anchors and the belayer.
The most important parts of the top-rope climbing safety chain are the anchors and the belayer.
Climbing Glove System
When you're ice climbing or climbing high mountains, your hands are going to get cold. What's the best glove system to use to keep your hands and fingers toasty warm and free from the risk of frostbite? Learn from mountaineer Susan Paul how to create a glove system for winter climbing.
When you're ice climbing or climbing high mountains, your hands are going to get cold. What's the best glove system to use to keep your hands and fingers toasty warm and free from the risk of frostbite? Learn from mountaineer Susan Paul how to create a glove system for winter climbing.
Climbing the Keyhole Route
The Keyhole Route climbs Longs Peak, one of Colorado's most beautiful and difficult Fourteeners. Plan your climb up Longs Peak with this detailed route description up the Keyhole Route, the single most popular mountain route in Colorado.
The Keyhole Route climbs Longs Peak, one of Colorado's most beautiful and difficult Fourteeners. Plan your climb up Longs Peak with this detailed route description up the Keyhole Route, the single most popular mountain route in Colorado.
Fast Facts About Mount Kenya
Learn all about Mount Kenya, the second highest mountain in Africa and the highest mountain in Kenya. Mount Kenya is popular with rock climbers and mountaineers since it offers a greater challenge than Kilimanjaro.
Learn all about Mount Kenya, the second highest mountain in Africa and the highest mountain in Kenya. Mount Kenya is popular with rock climbers and mountaineers since it offers a greater challenge than Kilimanjaro.
Figure-8 Follow-Through Knot
Definition of Figure-8 Follow-Through Knot, climbing words for the best and most used knot for tying a rope into a harness.
Definition of Figure-8 Follow-Through Knot, climbing words for the best and most used knot for tying a rope into a harness.
Broken Bolt Accident
A rock climber falls while rappelling at the Garden of the Gods when an old anchor bolt breaks. Read an analysis of the accident and the lessons to learn from it.
A rock climber falls while rappelling at the Garden of the Gods when an old anchor bolt breaks. Read an analysis of the accident and the lessons to learn from it.
Hueco Tanks
Hueco Tanks State Historical Park in west Texas offers some of America’s finest bouldering and climbing on its towering walls and boulders. The 860-acre park, with a warm dry climate, is one of America’s premier winter climbing areas.
Hueco Tanks State Historical Park in west Texas offers some of America’s finest bouldering and climbing on its towering walls and boulders. The 860-acre park, with a warm dry climate, is one of America’s premier winter climbing areas.
Use SECURE for TR Anchors
Use the acronym SECURE to evaluate your top-rope climbing anchors to make sure it's safe, secure, and properly rigged. SECURE insures that you and your climbing partners will be safe when you're having fun top-roping.
Use the acronym SECURE to evaluate your top-rope climbing anchors to make sure it's safe, secure, and properly rigged. SECURE insures that you and your climbing partners will be safe when you're having fun top-roping.
California Fourteener List
California, with the highest peak in the contiguous US, offers 13 Fourteeners or peaks above 14,000 feet for climbers. Check out this complete list of all the Fourteeners, their elevations and mountain ranges, and 10 sub-peaks.
California, with the highest peak in the contiguous US, offers 13 Fourteeners or peaks above 14,000 feet for climbers. Check out this complete list of all the Fourteeners, their elevations and mountain ranges, and 10 sub-peaks.
Chain of Top-Rope Safety
Learn here about your top-rope chain of safety; the parts of the chain of safety; and the serious business of top-rope anchors.
Learn here about your top-rope chain of safety; the parts of the chain of safety; and the serious business of top-rope anchors.
Pikes Peak Facts
Facts About Pikes Peak, the 31st Highest Mountain in the Colorado Rockies.
Facts About Pikes Peak, the 31st Highest Mountain in the Colorado Rockies.
All About Bouldering
Bouldering, the discipline of rock climbing on small cliffs and boulders, celebrates the joy of movement over stone. Bouldering is all about movement, of climbing with purity and simplicity and without a rope and protective gear. Bouldering is simply you and the rock. Learn all about bouldering here.
Bouldering, the discipline of rock climbing on small cliffs and boulders, celebrates the joy of movement over stone. Bouldering is all about movement, of climbing with purity and simplicity and without a rope and protective gear. Bouldering is simply you and the rock. Learn all about bouldering here.
Slings
Definition of slings, a climbing equipment word for lengths of either tubular webbing or Spectra and Dyneema webbing sewn or tied into closed loops.
Definition of slings, a climbing equipment word for lengths of either tubular webbing or Spectra and Dyneema webbing sewn or tied into closed loops.
Half Crimp Grip
The half crimp grip is one of 6 hand and finger positions used in rock climbing. Learn all about the half crimp, how to do it, and how to avoid crimping injuries.
The half crimp grip is one of 6 hand and finger positions used in rock climbing. Learn all about the half crimp, how to do it, and how to avoid crimping injuries.
Petzl GriGri
A review of the Petzl GriGri, a self-braking belay device for rock climbing.
A review of the Petzl GriGri, a self-braking belay device for rock climbing.
Locking Carabiner
Definition of Locking Carabiner, a climbing equipment word for a metal link that locks shut.
Definition of Locking Carabiner, a climbing equipment word for a metal link that locks shut.
All About Belaying
Belaying, the process of one climber managing and holding the rope for another person climbing, is an essential rock climbing skill that every climber needs to know. Learn here what belaying is and the 3 factors needed for a safe belay.
Belaying, the process of one climber managing and holding the rope for another person climbing, is an essential rock climbing skill that every climber needs to know. Learn here what belaying is and the 3 factors needed for a safe belay.
Fast Facts About Longs Peak
Learn interesting facts about Longs Peak, the highest mountain in Rocky Mountain National Park and the 15th highest Fourteener in Colorado.
Learn interesting facts about Longs Peak, the highest mountain in Rocky Mountain National Park and the 15th highest Fourteener in Colorado.
Your Climbing Harness
A climbing harness is a key piece of your personal climbing equipment. Your harness, with a waist belt and leg loops constructed of sewn webbing, connects you to your climbing rope with a knot. Learn here about the evolution and types of harnesses.
A climbing harness is a key piece of your personal climbing equipment. Your harness, with a waist belt and leg loops constructed of sewn webbing, connects you to your climbing rope with a knot. Learn here about the evolution and types of harnesses.
Belay
Definition of Belay, a climbing word for the process of securing and safeguarding a rope for a climber.
Definition of Belay, a climbing word for the process of securing and safeguarding a rope for a climber.
Double Fisherman’s Knot
A Double Fisherman’s Knot is a good rock climbing knot used for tying two ropes together for rappelling.
A Double Fisherman’s Knot is a good rock climbing knot used for tying two ropes together for rappelling.
Use Your Feet
If you want to climb better, then you need to use your feet better. Learn here why good footwork is important if you want to get up hard climbs.
If you want to climb better, then you need to use your feet better. Learn here why good footwork is important if you want to get up hard climbs.
Sport Climbing
Sport climbing, the pursuit of bolt-protected gymnastic climbing, offers the rewards of rock climbing without a lot of the risks. Learn here what sport climbing is and what skills you need to get out on the rocks.
Sport climbing, the pursuit of bolt-protected gymnastic climbing, offers the rewards of rock climbing without a lot of the risks. Learn here what sport climbing is and what skills you need to get out on the rocks.
Altitude Affects the Brain
A 2006 study shows that climbing mountains is hazardous to your brain, with the lack of oxygen causing brain damage and loss of brain cells.
A 2006 study shows that climbing mountains is hazardous to your brain, with the lack of oxygen causing brain damage and loss of brain cells.
Basic Rock Scrambling
The easiest way to start climbing is to learn how to scramble, which is simply climbing easy rock that doesn't require the use of a rope or technical climbing equipment. Learn here about all the basic climbing and mountaineering skills required to become a safe and proficient scrambler as well as safety suggestions and when to use a rope.
The easiest way to start climbing is to learn how to scramble, which is simply climbing easy rock that doesn't require the use of a rope or technical climbing equipment. Learn here about all the basic climbing and mountaineering skills required to become a safe and proficient scrambler as well as safety suggestions and when to use a rope.
Bachmann Knot
The Bachmann Knot is a friction knot with a carabiner handle that is used in climbing to ascend fixed ropes.
The Bachmann Knot is a friction knot with a carabiner handle that is used in climbing to ascend fixed ropes.
Rope Middle Mark
Two of the most common questions from climbers about climbing ropes are: Why do I need a middle mark on my rope? and How do I mark the middle of my rope? A middle mark on your rope is important because it speeds up your rope management. Learn all about middle marks here.
Two of the most common questions from climbers about climbing ropes are: Why do I need a middle mark on my rope? and How do I mark the middle of my rope? A middle mark on your rope is important because it speeds up your rope management. Learn all about middle marks here.
Equalizing Figure-8 Knot
Learn how to tie and use an equalizing figure-8 knot, an essential climbing safety knot. The equalizing figure-8 knot is a great way to tie yourself and your climbing rope into anchors since the knot is able to equalize up to three different anchors with the rope.
Learn how to tie and use an equalizing figure-8 knot, an essential climbing safety knot. The equalizing figure-8 knot is a great way to tie yourself and your climbing rope into anchors since the knot is able to equalize up to three different anchors with the rope.
Bomber
Definition of Bomber, a climbing slang word that means fail-safe and solid.
Definition of Bomber, a climbing slang word that means fail-safe and solid.
Updated 10 Essentials
Here's a list of the updated Ten Essentials and why you should carry them. The Ten Essentials will help you in emergency situations when you're climbing.
Here's a list of the updated Ten Essentials and why you should carry them. The Ten Essentials will help you in emergency situations when you're climbing.
Reinhold Messner Quote
Here's a great climbing quote from Italian mountaineer Reinhold Messner, one of the greatest alpinists of the 20th century and the first to climb all the 8,000-meter peaks.
Here's a great climbing quote from Italian mountaineer Reinhold Messner, one of the greatest alpinists of the 20th century and the first to climb all the 8,000-meter peaks.
Moving Over Stone
Climbing is all about movement. It's about learning to use your hands and feet to ascend vertical rock faces. It's about the specialized techniques used in face climbing and crack climbing. Climbing is a natural human activity. Learn the basics here about moving over stone.
Climbing is all about movement. It's about learning to use your hands and feet to ascend vertical rock faces. It's about the specialized techniques used in face climbing and crack climbing. Climbing is a natural human activity. Learn the basics here about moving over stone.
Rappelling is Dangerous
A lot can go wrong when you're rappelling off a cliff since you're totally dependent on your equipment. Learn here why rappelling is dangerous and how you can be safer rappelling.
A lot can go wrong when you're rappelling off a cliff since you're totally dependent on your equipment. Learn here why rappelling is dangerous and how you can be safer rappelling.
All About Crash Pads
If you go bouldering, you're going to fall. Use a bouldering crash pad to cushion your fall and help you avoid injuries to your ankles. Read here about the basics of bouldering crash pads.
If you go bouldering, you're going to fall. Use a bouldering crash pad to cushion your fall and help you avoid injuries to your ankles. Read here about the basics of bouldering crash pads.
Chimborazo Fast Facts
Learn all about Chimborazo, the highest mountain in Ecuador and one of the highest volcanos in the world. Chimborazo is a popular mountain for climbers with excellent snow and ice routes up its glaciated flanks.
Learn all about Chimborazo, the highest mountain in Ecuador and one of the highest volcanos in the world. Chimborazo is a popular mountain for climbers with excellent snow and ice routes up its glaciated flanks.
Tying into the Rope
How to tie into a climbing rope and why the Figure-8 Follow-Through is the best knot for tying in.
How to tie into a climbing rope and why the Figure-8 Follow-Through is the best knot for tying in.
Ready, Set, Climb!
You're ready to go rock climbing. Here's what you need to know to start climbing at your local indoor climbing gym.
You're ready to go rock climbing. Here's what you need to know to start climbing at your local indoor climbing gym.
8 Tips to Avoid Lightning
You're out climbing or hiking in the mountains and see a lightning storm brewing. What do you do to be safe? Here are 9 tips to avoid lightning strikes and avoid getting caught in severe storms with lightning.
You're out climbing or hiking in the mountains and see a lightning storm brewing. What do you do to be safe? Here are 9 tips to avoid lightning strikes and avoid getting caught in severe storms with lightning.
Which Ice Axe Do You Need?
An ice axe is an essential piece of climbing equipment used in mountaineering for traveling across snow and ice. There are lots of different kinds of ice axes and ice tools available. Which ice axe do you need? Find out here how to determine which ice axe is best for your climbing adventures.
An ice axe is an essential piece of climbing equipment used in mountaineering for traveling across snow and ice. There are lots of different kinds of ice axes and ice tools available. Which ice axe do you need? Find out here how to determine which ice axe is best for your climbing adventures.
Sport Climbing Safety
What you need to know to have a safe sport climbing experience, including belaying, lowering, setting up anchors, and rope management.
What you need to know to have a safe sport climbing experience, including belaying, lowering, setting up anchors, and rope management.
Your Rope's Life
How long will your climbing rope last? Find out here about the life of your climbing rope and what wears your rope out.
How long will your climbing rope last? Find out here about the life of your climbing rope and what wears your rope out.
Rappel
Definition of Rappel, a climbing word for descending fixed ropes.
Definition of Rappel, a climbing word for descending fixed ropes.
Climbing Up
Learn how to climb an indoor wall in a climbing gym and how to use your hands and feet.
Learn how to climb an indoor wall in a climbing gym and how to use your hands and feet.
Mount Everest Timeline
Follow this Mount Everest historical timeline from its discovery in 1848 and early explorations through the first British expeditions that attempted to climb the mountain before World War II.
Follow this Mount Everest historical timeline from its discovery in 1848 and early explorations through the first British expeditions that attempted to climb the mountain before World War II.
Bulletin Boards / Support Forums on Low Carb Diets Including Weight Loss, Health Management and Fitness
Low Carb Diets,Thyroid Disease, Diet, Weight Loss, Alternative Medicine Forums, Bulletin Boards, Support Groups, Nutrition, Perimenopause, Menopause, hormones
Low Carb Diets,Thyroid Disease, Diet, Weight Loss, Alternative Medicine Forums, Bulletin Boards, Support Groups, Nutrition, Perimenopause, Menopause, hormones
Climbing FAQ: Do I Weigh Too Much?
slabs or rock faces that are less than vertical . You will be able to keep your weight centered over
slabs or rock faces that are less than vertical . You will be able to keep your weight centered over
9 Basic Types of Handholds
How you use handholds on a cliff is essential to your climbing success. We use our hands to grab various rock features, which allow us to pull ourselves upward with our arms and to stay in balance on vertical terrain. Learn here about the nine different types of handholds that you will encounter on cliffs and how to use each type of handhold with specific hand movements and techniques.
How you use handholds on a cliff is essential to your climbing success. We use our hands to grab various rock features, which allow us to pull ourselves upward with our arms and to stay in balance on vertical terrain. Learn here about the nine different types of handholds that you will encounter on cliffs and how to use each type of handhold with specific hand movements and techniques.
Climbing Crestone Peak and Needle
In 1916 pioneer climbers Albert Ellingwood, Eleanor Davis, and two others made the first ascents of Crestone Peak and Crestone Needle, the last two of Colorado's 54 Fourteeners or 14,000-foot peaks to be climbed. Read about the landmark ascent and two great American climbers.
In 1916 pioneer climbers Albert Ellingwood, Eleanor Davis, and two others made the first ascents of Crestone Peak and Crestone Needle, the last two of Colorado's 54 Fourteeners or 14,000-foot peaks to be climbed. Read about the landmark ascent and two great American climbers.
Static Rope
Definition of Static Rope, a climbing equipment word for a rope that doesn't stretch.
Definition of Static Rope, a climbing equipment word for a rope that doesn't stretch.
How to Tie a Klemheist Knot
Learn how to tie a Klemheist knot, an important knot used in climbing for ascending ropes and in emergency situations.
Learn how to tie a Klemheist knot, an important knot used in climbing for ascending ropes and in emergency situations.
Hueco Tanks Rock Climbing Photo Gallery
A gallery of photographs of rock climbing and bouldering at Hueco Tanks State Historical Park, Texas.
A gallery of photographs of rock climbing and bouldering at Hueco Tanks State Historical Park, Texas.
Dhaulagiri Facts
Facts About Dhaulagiri, the Seventh Highest Mountain in the World
Facts About Dhaulagiri, the Seventh Highest Mountain in the World
10 Climber Lightning Tips
If you’re out climbing and caught in an open exposed place, follow these 10 tips to minimize your risk and stay safe from lightning.
If you’re out climbing and caught in an open exposed place, follow these 10 tips to minimize your risk and stay safe from lightning.
Broad Peak Facts
Facts About Broad Peak, the Twelfth Highest Mountain in the World
Facts About Broad Peak, the Twelfth Highest Mountain in the World
Fast Facts About Mount Vinson
Mount Vinson in the Ellsworth Mountains is the highest mountain in Antarctica and one of the Seven Summits, the highest points on the Seven Continents. Discover lots of interesting facts about Mount Vinson, including its discovery in 1957, first ascent by Americans in 1966, and how to climb Mount Vinson now.
Mount Vinson in the Ellsworth Mountains is the highest mountain in Antarctica and one of the Seven Summits, the highest points on the Seven Continents. Discover lots of interesting facts about Mount Vinson, including its discovery in 1957, first ascent by Americans in 1966, and how to climb Mount Vinson now.
Spotting and Crash Pads
Bouldering is the only aspect of climbing where you regularly take ground falls. Learn how to stay safe and avoid injuries by using a crash pad and having a buddy spot you on boulder problems.
Bouldering is the only aspect of climbing where you regularly take ground falls. Learn how to stay safe and avoid injuries by using a crash pad and having a buddy spot you on boulder problems.