climbing

Three types of rock for climbing and climbers

There are three main types of rock which regular climbers come across. There are slabs, vertical faces, and overhanging walls.…

6 years ago

Survival skills from ‘Adventure Merchants’

'Adventure Merchants' is the brainchild of Paul Evans, an Englishman now living in Melbourne. His company offers caving, kayaking, and…

6 years ago

Good reasons to keep climbing in the winter

There are rock climbers that surrender easily when the winter rolls around, hang up their climbing shoes in favor of another…

6 years ago

Tips on teaching your kids rock climbing

Rock climbing is an excellent workout for grownups and kids. It may look hard, but then everything does at the…

6 years ago

How to sport climb safely: Lessons learned from falling headfirst

I was definitely falling. What I saw was most definitely down. Slowed, slowed down until I could feel the fibers…

6 years ago

Climbing in the gym

Probably the best way to begin rock climbing would be to go to a gym which has a climbing wall…

6 years ago

Things to remember when you’re learning rock climbing

Rock climbing can seem pretty complicated and hard at first. If you've always wanted to try climbing, but you're afraid…

6 years ago

Advice for first time winter rock climbers

While the cold bites and you are wearing thermals at home, a bit of mid-winter rock climbing can be quite…

6 years ago

Hiking Mt. Kilimanjaro: Do’s and Don’ts

The Roof of Africa, Mt. Kilimanjaro is one of the most popular climbing destinations in the world. In fact, people…

6 years ago

What are the best mountains for climbing beginners?

Mountain climbing is a beautiful hobby to have, especially if you live near any of the country's famous summits. If…

6 years ago