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Wedge yourself between a rock and a hard place in style (if not comfort) with our pick of the best rock climbing gear going. By Tom Ward. 8 min read Published on 05/28/2025 · 3:50 PM UTC.

Over the past year, I have joined the rapidly increasing community taking up climbing: whether at indoor gyms or outdoor ...

The best rock climbing gear for beginners, including climbing shoes, climbing harnesses, belay devices, climbing helmets, and climbing apparel, from brands like La Sportiva, Petzl, Black Diamond ...

13 Best Accessories and Gear for Rock Climbing and Bouldering. HAYES JACKET PICK. The North Face 1996 Retro Nuptse Jacket. Buy Now on the north face $330 . Advertisement. Advertisement.

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Once reserved for mountain towns, iron-rung climbing courses called via ferratas are showing up in places like Columbus, Ohio. Here’s where else to try one.

Best for ventilation: Singing Rock-Kletterhelm Hex - Climbing helmet - £62.95, Decathlon Best for hybrid construction: Salewa Vega Climbing helmet - £99.95, Alpine Trek Best climbing helmets for men ...

Best Rock Climbing Gear of 2023 for Every Skill Level Whether you’re spidering El Cap or notching your first 5.1, these top rock climbing essentials vetted by pros will get you well on your ...