Rock Climbing

Rock climbing doesn't have to be about the highest point or the biggest fall. Boulder in Western North Carolina and learn strategy and technique.

Dec 1, 2009 - Caitlin Erwin

Looking for gifts for female climbers? Below, find creative, climbing-related gift ideas for rock climbing women, including partners, wives, daughters, and girlfriends.

Nov 24, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Jack's Rake is one of the English Lake District's most popular rock scrambles. Climbing 150m it ascends the face of Pavey Arc in the Langdale Pikes near Ambleside

Nov 15, 2009 - Jane Hodgson

Alikou is easily accessed from the Paphos - Polis road and has several easy sport and traditional rock climbing routes making it ideal for children and beginners.

Nov 8, 2009 - Jane Hodgson

Gerakopetra, also known as Eagles Crag, provides 35 sport climbing routes on quality rock. The crag is easily accessed from the Polis to Paphos road.

Nov 8, 2009 - Jane Hodgson

Interested in learning to climb outdoors? Fun Rock and Prospector are the perfect sport climbing sites for you.

Nov 4, 2009 - Larissa Keeler

One of the best sport climbing areas in Cyprus, Dhiarizou North and South are situated to north east of Paphos and offer quality rock climbing on limestone.

Oct 30, 2009 - Jane Hodgson

Florida is famous for the numerous underwater caves throughout the state. However, many visitors and some residents are unaware of the dry caves that dot the state.

Oct 22, 2009 - David Chandler

Not all rock climbing carabiners are created equal. Learn the basic differences between the carabiners and become a safer climber.

Oct 22, 2009 - Min-ju Chiang

Learn to identify and train five common climbing weaknesses. Areas covered include pull power, grip strength, endurance, climbing technique, and mental issues.

Oct 20, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Triceps exercises for stronger triceps should be a part of every climbing workout program. Learn climbing-specific triceps exercises to improve climbing lock-off power.

Sep 27, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Of all the Cumbrian mountain summits, three are reserved strictly for the rock climber: Napes Needle, Scafell Pinnacle and Pillar Rock.

Sep 8, 2009 - Anthony Toole

Rock climbers should include learning how rest effectively in any climber workout plan. Learn how to use climbing resting technique to get better at climbing, now.

Sep 2, 2009 - Alli Rainey

The highest British mountains rise to little over 4,000 feet. Yet British climbers have contributed as much to mountaineering as have those from any other nation.

Sep 2, 2009 - Anthony Toole

Get better at rock climbing by using a rock climbing training program. Components include training climbing techniques such as good footwork, among other key focus areas.

Aug 28, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Every climbing training plan should include exercises to balance opposing muscle groups. Use exercise bands to add the five exercises below to any rock climbing workout.

Aug 21, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Regular stretching can improve rock climbing performance. Learn the benefits of stretching, when to stretch for climbing, and five specific climbing stretching exercises.

Aug 14, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Even though Squamish, B.C. is known for many of its hard traditional crack climbs, a variety of novice-friendly top-rope climbs can still be found.

Jul 27, 2009 - Min-ju Chiang

Scotland and Britain's highest mountain, Ben Nevis is a popular trek and mountain climb and a must-do for every visitor to Scotland.

Jul 20, 2009 - John Watson

Learn to choose a trustworthy and safe climbing partner. Discover additional climbing partner traits that can actually help climbers improve at and enjoy climbing more.

Jul 14, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Learning to climb more dynamically can improve climbing performance. This article covers why to dyno and how to improve climbing dyno technique/dynamic climbing ability.

Jul 8, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Famously described as 'the poetry of mountaineering', bouldering is a global climbing 'art' that now has its own unique sporting philosophy and history.

Jul 7, 2009 - John Watson

What mountain clothing should be worn on Mont Blanc? What should be carried in a Mont Blanc back pack? The answer to these questions could influence one's summit success.

Jul 2, 2009 - Lisa Auer

Alpine gear for a classic mountaineering route on Mont Blanc includes the hardware needed to climb the mountain and the safety equipment for back up if things go wrong.

Jul 2, 2009 - Lisa Auer

Summiting western Europe's highest mountain is a life-time dream held by would-be mountaineers across the globe. Every year thousands attempt to climb this 4,800 m peak.

Jun 18, 2009 - Lisa Auer

Want to improve at endurance climbing? These climbing training exercises can increase athletic stamina and improve athletic performance, leading to better rock climbing.

Jun 15, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Many have climbed and many have perished on the world's largest peak. Those who endeavor to stand on the top of the world need more than ordinary endurance for survival.

Jun 9, 2009 - Julie Maggiacomo Carrera

Sport climbers wishing to climb their hardest often choose a redpoint project. Learn how to select, work on, and ultimately, succeed at sending a sport climbing redpoint.

Jun 7, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Top climbing performance isn't all about physical rock climbing ability. Visualization is a key to training for climbing. Learn how to visualize, and improve at climbing.

Jun 6, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Want to get better at on-sight sport climbing? Improve on-sighting/flashing rock climbing skills by using the simple rock climbing techniques and tactics described below.

May 14, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Learn about the Flagstaff, Arizona rock climbing area called The Pit. Information includes directions, when to climb at The Pit, recommended routes, camping, and more.

May 2, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Learn about the Arizona rock climbing area called Jacks Canyon. Information includes how to get there, when to go, recommended routes, Jacks Canyon camping, and more.

Apr 26, 2009 - Alli Rainey

A tape, compass and clinometer are used to measure and sketch caves while graph paper and a protractor are employed to produce high-quality cave maps.

Apr 9, 2009 - John Pint

Planning a Red Rock climbing trip? Here's some helpful info for those thinking of sport climbing, bouldering, and/or camping at Red Rock Canyon near Las Vegas, Nevada.

Mar 29, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Caving is a little-known sport that combines exploration with intense physical exercise. Cavers crawl, climb, squeeze and slide through caves in the name of discovery.

Mar 28, 2009 - Kylee Hayes

Ever wonder what's going on under the Earth's surface? Caves take thousands of years to form and are among the most delicate ecosystems on the planet.

Mar 27, 2009 - Kylee Hayes

Rebelays and deviations are easy to pass on rappel, but passing while jugging up can be a bit trickier.

Mar 16, 2009 - David Black

The no-chalk or low-chalk ethic failed just as the no-bolt ethic did. Three decades ago climbers were concerned with clean climbing. What happened?

Mar 16, 2009 - David Black

Many canyoneers and cavers who are new to their sport are confused about rebelays and deviations. Both are techniques that change the fall line of the rappel.

Mar 16, 2009 - David Black

Rock climbers can speed recovery in a number of ways. These include climbing salve, hot tubs, proper sports nutrition, sports massage, and stretching, plus rest days.

Mar 9, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Those training for climbing can enhance sports recovery through the benefits of rest. Rest days and good sleep play pivotal roles in muscle recovery and HGH production.

Mar 5, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Pull-ups provide an uncomplicated way to improve climbing power and endurance. Learn how to incorporate pull-up workouts into rock climbing training to improve climbing.

Mar 5, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Lamoille Canyon is a recently developed climbing area in northeast Nevada. The area features sport climbing, top-rope routes, bouldering, and ice climbing.

Feb 27, 2009 - Amiee Maxwell

The Southern Alps of New Zealand run the length of the South Island from the 40th to the 47th parallel. They offer some of the best alpine climbing in the world.

Feb 24, 2009 - Patricia Deavoll

Spend the winter skiing or sitting on the couch? Now is the perfect time to start training for climbing again. Be ready to rock climb in time for prime climbing season.

Feb 20, 2009 - Alli Rainey

Now is the time to plan a spring climbing trip. Find tips on choosing a climbing partner, making a sound climbing trip plan, and gathering necessary climbing gear.

Feb 19, 2009 - Alli Rainey

The Darran Mountains of Fiordland, situated at the southwest tip of New Zealand, provide visiting climbers with a unique visual and physical experience .

Feb 17, 2009 - Patricia Deavoll

Beneficial bats are in decline in Mexican caves while populations of the vampire bat, Desmodus rotundus, which has unique abilities for survival, are flourishing.

Feb 16, 2009 - John Pint

Sponsorship is the ultimate compliment in adventure sports. To find sponsorship, it's essential to understand why and how a company might sponsor someone.

Feb 16, 2009 - David Black

New Zealand is a delight for any rock-climber! But the bonus is, if the visitor is short on time there's a wealth of easily accessed climbing to be had.

Feb 13, 2009 - Patricia Deavoll