Alpine Aspirant Article Series
A four part article series detailing what you need to know, own and do to have a successful alpine apprenticeship. No-nonsense definitive packing list style articles.
Featured Articles
Get Hitched: Munter Hitch Tips and Tricks
If a climber were only to learn four knots, the munter hitch should be one of that four. But there is far more to this hitch than the classic configuration.
Nuts & Bolts 1: Bad Bolts and What to Do
Whether sport climbing, big walling, or in the alpine, bolts are a feature of the climbing landscape. But not all bolts are created equal. This article from our ‘Nuts & Bolts’ series, aims to run you through what to look for when clipping bolts, how to spot a bad one and what to do if you encounter bad bolts.
GriGri Skills
Assisted braking devices such as Petzl GriGri or CAMP Matik are great tools. But, many UK climbers don’t make full use of their scope of capabilities.
Summer Alpine Boots Buying Guide
Climbing in alpine terrain for the first time is a daunting proposition, not least since it requires fairly significant financial outlay. Getting wrong boots therefore will hurt you financially before they ruin your climbing trip.
Boulder Pad Buying Guide
Bouldering is a simple art, a simple pad is often best. Get our breakdown on the pads you need.
Nuts a Buying Guide
Standard nuts are the backbone of any traditional climbers rack. In the beginning of your trad climbing career you should focus on building a solid nut rack and learning to place them well.
Our article focus on those from reputable brands, the kinds of nuts that most climbers looking to get started on their first free climbing nut rack should look at.
