As much as we would like our climbing ropes to last forever, they do have an 'expiration date.' According to experts at REI, the general guidelines for rope retirement include: Yes, even if you ...
Colorado Wildlife Officials rescued an seemingly lost bull elk that became ensnared in climbing ropes near the town of Lake City with the help of several climbers. Climbers spotted the trapped elk ...
An ice climber had to be evacuated via helicopter after sustaining injuries while climbing Buttermilk Falls, a popular ice climbing route in the Catskills, NY.
This "locks" the rope in place and reduces slippage. Building a strong grip through exercises like dead hangs can make a world of difference in your climbing performance. Include exercises such as ...
Of the study cats, more favored rope and cardboard scratching surfaces ... from practicing innate behaviors such as scratching and climbing. Dr. Bob Murtaugh, a veterinarian and chair of ...