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Interview with Beth Rodden & Tommy Caldwell
Beth Rodden and Tommy Caldwell are two of the most accomplished all-around rock climbers in the world. Their recent team free ascent of El Cap’s Nose route proves once again what this strong, motivated, and supportive pair of climbers can do. See what Beth and Tommy have to say about being professional climbers at the apex of the world scene.
Gear Guru Speaks – What climbing gear do I need?
I have been gym climbing for a while now and am aching to get onto some real rock. I am in college and on a tight budget. What gear do I absolutely have to buy and not be restricted in my climbing?
Gear Closet: John Gilchrist – Retail Store
We stalked John halfway up a multi-pitch granite slab to find out what kind of gear he uses...
Everest — On Edge
After summiting and skiing six of the highest summits in each continent, Kit DesLauriers tackles her 7th summit, the big one—Everest.
Employee Gear Closet: Luke Cudney
Before Luke became the manager of the content department, he was a dirty rock monkey—a climbing bum, in other words. These days, when he’s not up late at the office, Cudney focuses on the less fettered pursuits of bouldering, high-ball bouldering, and soloing.
Saving Red
What if your favorite climbing area was in danger of being closed forever? What would you do about it? How about getting together some of the world’s best pro climbers and have them compete to raise money and save the joint? That’s just what happened at the Red River Gorge in Kentucky.
Basement Bouldering
If you don’t have time to get to the rock, bring the rock to you. Build a home climbing wall and you can pull down whenever the urge strikes.
Learning the ropes: A guide to the lifelines of climbing
Your hand peels from the hold, and the rock in front of you becomes a blur of gray as you gain speed toward the distant ground. Now is not the time to wonder whether you’re climbing on the right rope or if it’s been taken care of properly.
Employee Gear Closet: Meagan Scriven
Native Utahn and Backcountry.com Assistant ODAT buyer Meagan Scriven climbs the cliffs, hikes the trails, and paddles the rivers of her beloved home state. Check out a selection of some of her favorite pieces of gear for the beehive state backcountry.
Employee Gear Closet: Ben Sukow
Check out Ben’s list of favorite gear for high-altitude ski mountaineering trips.
When Falling Is Not An Option
This is serious business, because you can be seriously dead.” —John Bachar
Employee Gear Closet: Matt Israel, Gearhead
Backcountry.com Employee gear closet of the month.
Be Afraid
Does the slightest rustle outside your bivy cause you to recreate the tent scene from the Blair Witch Project? Find out more about what you should and should not fear next time you venture into the wild.
Jared Roth treads lightly
Jared Roth treads delicately
Jason Kehl getting a natural high
Jason Kehl getting a natural high
Shane Williams Photo - Jason Kehl Collection
Adam Stack lip encounter
Adam Stack lip encounter
Crags, Couloirs & Crock Pots
Occasionally we find heaven on earth: a place that offers primitive beauty, modern amenities, and—most importantly—access to some of America’s largest mountains and best climbing spots. Such is Owens Valley, California, a magnificent stretch of land between the Sierra and White Mountains.
Gear Up! Bouldering
Our new Gear Up! series of articles gives you the beta to jump into a new sport each month: every piece of gear, and enough knowledge to keep you (hopefully) from getting maimed or killed. Virtually unknown as recently as five years ago, bouldering has exploded across climbing communities worldwide. It's one of today's most accessible, fun, and social adventure sports.