How to Climb Cracks: Improving Your Jamming Skills & Footwork
Cracks are natural weaknesses in rock surfaces, formed by fracturing, uplift, and erosion. Many climbing routes follow cracks and systems of cracks because they are
Cracks are natural weaknesses in rock surfaces, formed by fracturing, uplift, and erosion. Many climbing routes follow cracks and systems of cracks because they are
Climbing an off-width crack is usually a full-body wrestling match. You versus an evil-sized crack. Off-width cracks are too big to fist jam and too
A climbing rope is the strong nylon cord used by climbers for protection and safety while climbing. Ropes, the most basic piece of safety gear
You have gone climbing a few times at the local indoor rock gym and then you hired a climbing guide to take you out to
One of the pleasures of journeying by boat through the backcountry is being able to include minor luxuries that one might normally leave at home.
We took thirteen of the highest rated and most popular backpacking backpacks on the market and reviewed them side-by-side for over five months of in-the-field
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The most common misconception about Snowboards is that, with today’s high-tech Snowboard Bases, waxing is no longer necessary. On the contrary, those who wax their
Why take a snowboard lesson? Can’t you just teach yourself? I recommend that you take a lesson the first time, or take several lessons back-to-back.
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Looking for a hardshell jacket? We can help. We evaluated the 30 most popular hard shells on the market today and reviewed the 11 best,