Bouldering Etiquette: Part 2
Knowing the “do’s” and “don’ts” of a new sport is not always intuitive. This guide aims to provide a jumping-off point for those who may not be familiar with the intricacies of climbing etiquette. If you have not yet read Part 1, check it out here! 1 // Do not climb barefoot. Feet smell bad. […]
The Good And Bad Of Climbing’s Olympic Debut
What did you miss? Climbing reached its mainstream media pinnacle this past week with its historic premiere Olympic inclusion. This degree of popularity and widespread appeal has been a long time coming for the sport. From the earliest instances of global competitions such as the first international climbing competition held here in Utah at Snowbird Resort to the Hollywood films Free Solo and The Dawn Wall which propelled dirtbag climbers Alex Honnold and Tommy Caldwell to superstar status, climbing’s popularity has […]
Bouldering Etiquette: Part 1
Complimentary to the ambiguous and frequently contrived “rules” of bouldering, there are many unspoken and unwritten conventions of bouldering etiquette. Browse the list below to avoid common bouldering blunders! 1 // When in doubt, space it out Look at an entire problem before getting on the wall. This ensures the problem you are trying doesn’t intersect with another climber’s route and helps to avoid running […]
Salt Lake City World Cups 2021: Recap
What did you miss? Salt Lake City hosted its biggest climbing competition in years not once, but twice, back-to-back the past two weekends! The downtown Salt Lake venue, Industry, successfully housed a few thousand spectators, as well as food trucks and booths from outdoor companies like The North Face and Petzl. If you missed it, […]
