Why ‘Free Solo’ Transcended The Climbing Genre Hilary Oliver|February 24, 2019 Very few rock climbing films have ever been considered for an Academy Award. But a few special ingredients combined to make 'Free Solo' stand apart.
Irene Yee On Busting Myths Of Climbing Photography Hilary Oliver|February 22, 2019 Irene Yee makes a point of shooting photos of women having a blast and trying their hardest—instead of necessarily climbing the most difficult routes.
How to Help Reduce Your Environmental Impact as a Climber Hilary Oliver|February 7, 2019 These 13 tips will help you lower your environmental impact, whether you're climbing, shopping for gear or getting to and from the crag.
How Not To Be *That* Person at the Crag BJ Sbarra|February 6, 2019 In this guide to sport climbing etiquette, discover 16 tips for how to be polite and safe at a crag—so you'll never be *that* newbie.
Climber Craig DeMartino on falling, losing a leg—and coming out better for it Hilary Oliver|January 11, 2019 The film “Craig’s Reaction,” explores climber Craig DeMartino’s comeback story from amputating his leg to becoming an adaptive national champion. Here, he shares his take on how our decisions—not our circumstances—define us as people.
Thinking About Trying Your First Climbing Comp? Kris Hampton|December 28, 2018 If you're feeling competitive, here's what you need to know about how bouldering competitions work, how to do your best and how to have fun.
Why I Always Wear My Climbing Helmet BJ Sbarra|December 18, 2018 People used to call me "Sketchmo." But the more experience I get, the more often I find myself wearing a climbing helmet.
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.
Tommy Caldwell Talks Public Lands, His New Film and Parenting Aer Parris|April 19, 2018 Tommy Caldwell hardly needs an introduction. Most well-known for his free climb of the Dawn Wall in 2015, Tommy, aged 39, has also made first ascents of some of the hardest sport routes in the United States, written a book, The Push, and survived kidnapping by rebels in Kyrgyzstan in 2000.
Gear Review: Black Diamond ATC Pilot Assisted Braking Belay Device Joe Pasteris|January 15, 2018 The new Black Diamond ATC Pilot is a lightweight assisted braking belay device for single-pitch climbs. Here’s a review from an REI expert.
The Significance of Honnold’s Free Solo Shannon Davis|June 6, 2017 On June 3, 2017, Alex Honnold free soloed a main route on the iconic El Capitan without the use of ropes or other safety gear.
Brothers of Climbing: Represent and Reach REI Staff|March 1, 2017 Brothers of Climbing, based in Brooklyn, New York, is an organization that seeks to make the rock climbing community more diverse. Watch the full film.
