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There’s no denying that the sport of rock climbing is gaining popularity: With its inclusion in the 2020 Summer Olympics and movies such as Free Solo hitting the big screens, more and more folks are ...

Looking to get into a new adventure activity and want to try rock climbing? It can be intimidating at first, but there are plenty of different places to learn how to do it enjoyably and safely. Where ...

Ice climbing isn’t as extreme as many tend to believe; just make sure you go out equipped with the right gear, route, and ice climbing guide. “Having some familiarity with the knots and rope systems ...

LYNNWOOD — With granite crags and huge roadside boulders, Snohomish County is a rock climber’s paradise, but as the winter closes in, the Cascades can be awfully wet and slippery this time of year.

Do rock climbing shoes need to be uncomfortable? We’re not going to lie, in the world of rock climbing there can be a bit of a balance between performance and comfort. A certain level of discomfort ...

Lead falls are an indispensable part of rock climbing. Ask any performance-oriented sport or trad climber and they'll tell you: become comfortable with big, safe falls if you want to reach your full ...