With all these assisted braking devices over-saturating the climbing world, it can be difficult to navigate and deduce which device best suits your specific needs. Amongst these devices are Petzl’s contributions of the Grigri, Grigri+, and the Neox – three devices that, while they seem to be evolutionary progressions of the same device, feature distinct … Read more
With over 20 years of experience running rock climbing courses on the sandy crags of the Southern Sandstone and the salty rocks of Portland and Swanage, we’ve learnt a thing or two about how harsh these environments can be on your ropes! Sandy crags – like those in the sandstone regions of Sussex and Kent … Read more
Demystifying the different features of climbing ropes so that you can brush up on your knowledge for your next adventure!
Discover our top tips on dynamic rope type, length and diameter to help you choose the best rock climbing rope.
Expert guidance from a Mountain Leader on choosing the right winter boots and crampons for your next trip.
It’s the middle of winter and you’re on a snowy mountain – make sure you’ve got the right layers on with this handy guide.
So what is a guided climbing day all about? Simple, we take you out and climb some of the best routes at the crag in your grade. Guided climbing gives you the opportunity to climb in its traditional form of lead climbing without being on the sharp end! How much climbing experience do I need? … Read more
About Tom and Neil Tom – When not running courses, Tom works as a stuntman and has a background as a Fitness Instructor and former Royal Marine Commando. Over the years, Tom has put his body through its paces, and generally broken it! Neil – Company director of Blackbrook Strength, a former Royal Marine Commando, … Read more
We’ve teamed up with Neil Collins from Blackbrook Crossfit based near Ditchling Common in Sussex to bring you a couple of articles on training and improving your climbing. About Tom and Neil Tom – When not getting shot or blown up in his day job as a stuntman, Tom runs a range of our courses … Read more
Foreword By Tom Hatt I have known James for a number of years and climbed with him all over the UK and on trips to Europe. Once he started on his path to becoming a rock climbing instructor he was committed to say the least. He volunteered with us shadowing a number of our instructors … Read more
I had only been climbing a couple of time on an indoor wall when my friends and colleagues suggested we go climbing in Swanage. I already had plans that weekend, but on Thursday night I couldn’t fall asleep and the word Swanage kept jumping on my mind, so I turned on my phone and searched … Read more
I had no prior knowledge, all I knew was that I wanted a pair that were: 1. Reasonably priced2. Long-lasting3. Comfortable After trying on a few pairs of shoes and chatting to friends, shop assistants and checking out online reviews I opted for a lace up shoe – the Boreal Lunas which came in a … Read more