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What is a Moonboard?

What is a Moonboard?

The Moonboard, a tool that has become a symbol of climbing prowess, was born as a tribute to the School Room. Established in the 1990s, the School Room was the crucible of intense training for some of Britain’s most formidable climbers. Malcolm Smith, Stuart Cameron,...
Types of Climbing Holds and How to Use Them

Types of Climbing Holds and How to Use Them

The types of climbing holds you’ll find in a gym are inspired by natural features found in rock. Running water, wind erosion, rock fall, etc., have shaped natural climbing holds for millions of years! If you’re new to climbing, you might get confused when you hear...
Consequence vs Risk in Rock Climbing

Consequence vs Risk in Rock Climbing

Everybody struggles with consequence vs. risk in rock climbing. Trad climbing, sport climbing, ice climbing, bouldering, free soloing, and indoor climbing involve times when you must internally compete between consequence and risk. But what exactly is the difference...