Rock Climbing...
Below are our articles on the subject of Rock Climbing. If you can't see what you are looking for our other categories are displayed on the left under 'Our Quick Links'...
Altitude Sickness - Prevention & Treatment
Climbing at altitude means that the air becomes thinner and it becomes more difficult to breathe. Whilst many climbers are acclimatised to this,...
Bouldering
Bouldering is a great variation on the sport of rock climbing and is an ideal introduction to some of the techniques and skills you’ll need to master if you intend to...
Choosing and Caring for Climbing Ropes
The first consideration when selecting a climbing rope is what you intend to use it for.
Climbing ropes can be broken down into 3 main groups....
Choosing the Right Footwear for Climbing
There are many different varieties of climbing shoes to suit many different types of climbing activity. When making a choice there are certain things...
Climbing With Kids
Kids are very keen to try out new physical activities and often, the more of an adrenalin rush an activity gives a child; the keener they are to have a go themselves....
Common Rock Climbing Injuries
Rock climbers can suffer from a whole host of injuries. From falling and banging their head to ankle sprains, the wide scope of mishaps which could occur on a rock...
Different Climbing Techniques
There are several different climbing styles and whilst some climbers master more than one technique, many others specialise in a particular climbing discipline and the...
How to Get Started in Climbing
Climbing as a sporting discipline can take on many guises. From low-level bouldering where belays and ropes aren’t needed and the climber can simply jump back down to...
Indoor Rock Climbing
People choose to go to an indoor rock climbing facility or climbing gym for a number of different reasons and there will probably be one located not far from where you...
Multipitch Climbing
Multipitch climbing has the obvious advantage over top rope climbing as with the latter, your distance is restricted by the length of the rope. With multipitch...
Other Equipment Needed for Rock Climbing
There is a vast choice of equipment and kit that is used when rock climbing. What you’ll purchase will depend on the types of activity you undertake...
Pregnancy & Climbing
If you are pregnant and enjoy rock climbing, that should not prevent you from continuing your climbing activities. Providing you are sensible and don’t take u...
Reducing Rock Climbing Risks
When out rock climbing, preparation is the key to reducing the risks and there are several things you should do before venturing out to climb.
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Rock Climbing Etiquette
When it comes to rock climbing etiquette, the two main areas of focus are on safety and about ethical considerations towards both conservation and the environment as...
Understanding The Grading Systems Of Climbs In The UK
The UK has a recognised grading system for each of its climbs in the UK. This allows you to gain a perspective on how easy or difficult a climb...
What is Canyoning and How to Take Part
Canyoning is gaining an increase in popularity as an outdoor adventure activity. Often referred to as ‘gorge walking’ in some parts of the world...
