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One thing is certain, knowing how to tie knots is a must for rock climbers. Some knots serve many purposes, many knots serve one purpose, but not all knots serve all purposes. In other words, the … read more

Rock climbing is a gear intensive sport. As your climbing skills develop, your interest will naturally gravitate toward understanding how each piece of gear works to your advantage.  Ou … read more

Ice climbing wouldn’t be considered a challenge if it didn’t involve risk. A challenge is overcoming an obstacle to achieve a specific goal. A risk is a possible occurrence that … read more

Great climbers make it to the top by using moves designed to help solve problems. Becoming a better climber happens by perfecting techniques. The best way to do that is by practicing the principles of … read more

Outdoor activities rely heavily on the preservation of natural resources. The outdoorsman often gets overlooked when discussing activism, policy change, and preservation. Skilled outdoorsmen are, in … read more