4 Ways To Progress As A Climber Hilary Oliver|April 17, 2019 Here are resources—from guide companies, to books to community connections—to help you build your climbing skills and experience.
Dos and Don’ts for Taking A Friend Climbing For The First Time Hilary Oliver|December 6, 2018 Want to introduce a friend to climbing? Here are five ways to help make sure they have a great time—and want to come back for more.
Want To Build Climbing Skills? Quit Maxing Out Every Training Session Hilary Oliver|November 29, 2018 Sure, it feels good to know you tried your hardest—but you could actually be holding yourself back.
Hand and Skin Care Tips for Climbers Michelle Wallace|February 13, 2018 Good skin—tough and durable yet resilient—is crucial to climbing success. Pro climbers Steph Davis and Brette Harrington share some of their skin care tips with us.
13 Tips for Getting Into Indoor Climbing Ashley Brown|September 28, 2017 The climbing gym can be an intimidating place, particularly if you’re just getting into the sport. Check out these tips for navigating the plastic paradise.
7 Habits of Highly Effective Climbers Julie Ellison|August 29, 2017 Learn the 7 habits of highly effective climbers and take your climbing skills to new heights. Learn from someone who has been there at REI's blog.
The Redpoint Clinic Every Climber Should Take Corey Buhay|April 7, 2017 How one climber bumped her redpoint grade three letters in one weekend I’d always been a trad climber, and as someone whose daydreams wer...
Weight Training Myths Corey Buhay|February 13, 2017 Learn the truth about weight training for climbers. Don't fall for these common myths. Read our expert guide on climbing and weightlifting at REI.com.
Why (and How) You Should Learn to Mixed Climb Corey Buhay|February 8, 2017 Learn the thrill of mixed climbing with REI's expert guide. Learn the techniques, gear, and safety tips to conquer any icy terrain. Read now!
Kitty Calhoun’s Best Tips for Better Ice Climbing Corey Buhay|January 5, 2017 Discover the best tips for ice climbing from legendary climber Kitty Calhoun. Improve your skills and conquer the ice with this expert advice.
How To Fall Arno Ilgner|October 27, 2016 Commit to hard climbing and a clearer mind by becoming comfortable with falls Just because you dont actually feel afraid to fall does no...
3 Ways to Climb Harder by Boosting Your Mental Game Paul Roberts|October 14, 2016 Simple actionable steps to help you send your project We train physically all of the time for our climbing goals. We do it to strengthen ...