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Competition Climbing Tips & Tricks

Tips & Tricks for Competition Climbing!

Best “Boulders” at Barn Bluff – A Mini Guide

“Boulder Problems” at Barn Bluff. A fun little guide.

10 Challenges For Your Next Session!

10 Challenges For Your Next Climbing Session!

NicroBloc Review

The first thing we noticed about the NicroBloc is its compact design. Sitting about 3″x3.5″ it can easily fit into your pocket. So it won’t clutter your pack or weigh you down, just throw it in your pack and take it to the gym or crag.

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Spring & Summer Climbing: Optimize Your Sending!

Winter has come and gone. Unlike last year’s perpetual fall, this last winter was not the greatest for getting outside. If you are someone who prioritizes getting outside, hopefully this long winter inside means you are stronger and even more psyched to get on real rock. We thought we’d put together a little blog post about the seasons transitioning and what it means for your climbing.

Comparison is the Thief of Joy & Progression

Comparison is the thief of joy and progression. Climbing is a marathon, not a sprint. Tips and tricks to stay the course.

Shoe Review: La Sportiva Solution

Released in 2007, how does this classic fare in 2025?

Tension Board 1 Thoughts

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Our Favorite Things About… Vertical Endeavors

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The Thrills of Ice Climbing

Have you always been curious about ice climbing? We’ve laid out all of the basics you’ll need to start your ice climbing journey, including gear, knowledge, and encouragement. By the end of this article, you’ll be all set to join VEGA for an Ice Experience in 2024! Conquer Frozen Peaks Imagine standing at the base…

Progression #5 Lead Climbing

July 29, 2024

Progression #5 Lead Climbing. Should you learn to lead climb? What does the path to lead climbing look like? As well as lead climbing tips and tricks!

Don’t Be That Climber, Gym Etiquette

July 24, 2024

Don’t be that climber. A conversation about gym etiquette. The Do’s and Don’ts of rock climbing gyms.

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Progression #4 Do X to Get Better at X

July 22, 2024

Progression #4 Do X to get better at X. Simple training advice from a pro. Keep your training philosophy simple and easy!

Progression #3 Bouldering

July 17, 2024

Progression # 3 Bouldering, why EVERYONE should boulder. Tips and tricks for progressing your boulder game!

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Brain Sends, Route Reading Tips & Tricks

July 15, 2024

Brain sends? Mental sends? How good are you at route reading? Show up for success with a game plan and strategy! Route reading tips and tricks found here!