A lot of people I’ve known that get into rock climbing have this dream to one day build a rock climbing wall. It would be nice to have a rock wall in your back yard so you didn’t have to travel so far, but my recommendation actually is to not build one. Here’s why:
Cost
Most people [...]
I have talked a bit about some conventional styles of climbing in my post “Bouldering Vs. Top Roping“. Now I’d like to discuss another for of climbing that is a little less conventional. It is called biuldering. Buildering is another name for urban climbing, and it is essentially the result of rock climbers being caged [...]
Just as with any sport or exercise, it’s tough to be regular at something by your self unless you’re extremely self motivated. Therefore I deem it a necessity to have a climbing partner who pushes your limits and you theirs. Having a climbing partner helps keep you climbing even when you’re tired from work or [...]
There are a handful of really solid rock climbing gyms, But there are many out there that just aren’t that great. I’d like to talk about what makes a good rock climbing gym and hopefully help you decide which to use.
People
The owners and employees of the gym have got to be really devoted not just [...]