El Capitan speed record holder dies while attempting a new route in the Sierra Nevada
Well-known American climber Jake Whisenant died in a fall while working on a new route in a remote area of California’s Sierra Nevada.
Rock climbing in Turkey: a guide to popular climbing areas
Rock climbing in Turkey offers access to a huge number of routes: in Geyikbayırı alone, there are more than 1300 single-pitch sport routes, with some reaching an impressive grade of…
Safe trad climbing indoors: the new Tarragó TAP system for placing friends and camalots
This concerns certified climbing holds designed for placing friends on indoor climbing walls, enabling training and instruction in self-protection techniques. The system will be presented on April 25 at the…
A rock climber died on the island of Kalymnos due to the destruction of old bolts
A fatal accident occurred on Kalymnos Island, Greece, on the route St. Savvas (7b+), a sport climb bolted in 2002 in the sector Jurassic Park.
Rocks of the Tuapse region, Black Sea coast of the Caucasus
The main update to the previously published material concerns the description of the canyon and waterfalls of the Kholodnaya Shchel River. Revised and expanded in March 2026.
The compact Beta Stick is designed for hanging the first hard-to-reach quickdraw
This unusual device, commonly known as a “stick,” officially called the Beta Stick, has become widely used in rock climbing and bouldering. The Beta Stick is often used to pre-clip…
Rock climbing in Digoria. Photos, area maps, and route descriptions
Digoria (North Ossetia) is a developing climbing area with equipped rock sectors for different skill levels, located in the scenic Aigadon Gorge.
Digoria. Two new climbing routes have been created on the Ryzhaya Skala massif
At the Ryzhaya Skala massif in Digoria, two new climbing routes have been established, belay ledges have been prepared for more convenient belaying, and the cliffs have been cleaned of…
Connor Herson made the third trad ascent of the mega-pitch “Crown Royale” (9a)
Connor Herson has made the third ascent of one of the world’s hardest 100-metre trad multipitch routes, Crown Royale, in Jøssingfjord, first established by Pete Whittaker.
Rock climbing in South Korea
Climbing season in South Korea. I don’t remember where I got the idea, but I knew there were crags there. And there are plenty — areas scattered all over the…
Top Rope Solo – Modern solo climbing techniques and innovations from Avant
It’s hard to deny that Top Rope Solo is one of the most effective ways to build volume. Whether you’re a busy climber trying to find time to work on…
A ban on rock climbing has been introduced in the popular area of Oliana (Catalonia)
Due to a new law passed by the Government of Catalonia, rock climbing in the Oliana area is now officially banned.
The most sought-after rock climbing and bouldering tips for beginners
Want to start rock climbing or bouldering in 2026? We’ve compiled the most important tips for beginners to help you get started safely and confidently in the gym.
Edu Marin on the “Eternal Flame” route at Trango Towers in Pakistan. Beautiful film
The film tells the story of Edu Marin’s challenging ascent, in which altitude, weather, and long waits played a decisive role. He was supported by his father, Francisco, and brother,…
Contemporary issues in rock climbing and mountaineering in America
The U.S. National Park Service (NPS) and the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) are currently considering two regulatory proposals that could fundamentally change the way rock climbing is managed.
Via Ferratas in the Dolomites (Italy). A brief overview
If you want to experience the Dolomites in an unusual way, and for some, an adrenaline rush is the best feeling, don’t miss the chance to take a via ferrata…
Rock climbing in Australia: a brief overview of areas and routes
Australia is a vast and diverse continent, rich in mountainous terrain that attracts climbers from around the world. The entire continent of Australia is generally considered to be roughly the…
Rock climbing and mountaineering in Egypt (Dahab and Sinai regions). Route overview and terrain features
Egypt has long been a popular holiday destination for tourists from all over the world. It’s primarily a seaside destination. It offers favorable conditions for learning and practicing diving, windsurfing,…
One of the outstanding climbers of the USSR and Crimea, Yuri Lishaev (Fantik), has passed away
On July 8, 2025, Yuri Mikhailovich Lishayev, nicknamed “Fantik” (born in 1955, Simferopol) passed away – Soviet, Ukrainian mountaineer, rock climber, speleologist, kayaker. Multiple champion and prize winner of the…
What does “route reading” mean in rock climbing and how to master it
Do you ever find yourself stuck mid-climb, lost in a sea of holds, wondering how on earth you got there in the first place and with no idea how to…