Tag: rock climbing
Successfully climbing Aretes and avoiding falls
A sharp, vertical edge that simply juts out from the face of the cliff is known as an arete. These are not only an aesthetically…
Essential knots for rock climbing
If you’re interested in rock climbing, these are the knots you should know. When you’re climbing, you need to have these knots memorized so that…
Risk Tolerance- a free solo story
Last weekend I met a man who lived on the edge. He lived just like he climbed, free solo, nothing to hold him back. Freedom…
Traditional climbing vs sport climbing, what’s the difference.
Trad climbing and sport climbing are two very different artforms. Trad focuses on slow, careful progression and puts safety first. Sport is all about hard moves, indomitable…
Climbing gear for beginners part 2
In part two of ‘Climbing gear for beginners’, we will look at all the less essential gear you will want to start collecting. If you…
Climbing gear for beginners part 1
Rock climbing can feel a little inaccessible. There is so much that you need to learn and climbing gear that you need to buy before…
Three reasons why a rock climbing helmet is essential
A rock climbing helmet looks just as dorky as any other helmet. They can be just as uncomfortable and just as uncool. However, unlike a…
6 Best outdoor activities in California
Being the third largest US state by area, and often referred as the Golden State, California offers something for everyone. It’s a place where dreams…
Rock Climbing in Yosemite National Park
Yosemite National Park is the most famous climbing area, not only in the United States but also in the world. In my opinion it is…
8 Outdoor Activities You Need To Do This Spring
During the cold winter, I tend to forget about sports activities and prefer staying in the warm comfort of my home. But, after few months…