Movement Blog

Chalk is a small thing that makes a big difference on the wall. It helps keep your hands dry so you can stay focused on the next move—especially when the holds get a little more demanding.

Let's face it—climbing shoes can get funky. While your climbing partner may not be running for the hills, there's a good chance they can detect the faint aroma of French cheeses emanating from your neglected footwear. The good news is that a few simple steps can take your shoes from funky to fresh. Let's dive in.

Climbing gear goes through a lot. Sweat, chalk, friction, repeated falls, being shoved into gym bags, forgotten in cars – you name it. While your gear is designed to be durable and long-lasting, how you treat it between sessions can play a big role in its lifespan and how well it performs. The good news? Taking care of your gear is simple. We’ve outlined a few quick and easy steps to fold to your climbing routine that will go a long way to keeping your gear feeling (and smelling) fresh!

When it comes to picking out a climbing harness, it can feel a little overwhelming. There are dozens of options, each claiming to be the most comfortable, lightweight, or “next-level performance” choice. But let’s be real…most harnesses do the same job, and at the end of the day, the best one is the one that fits your body and your style.

As climbers, gear is a vital part of the sport we love. It comes to the gym, iconic crags, climbing trips, and some pieces have been with us potentially for years. Despite all the great memories, identifying when it’s time to replace gear is an important safety measure that should not be overlooked. Some signs may be obvious when gear is at the end of its life, others may be more subtle.

With the weather warming up, outdoor climbing season is here. Stepping into this new world can feel overwhelming—and expensive—especially when you see other climbers decked out with racks of gear and specialized clothing and shoes. But not all climbing gear is essential when you're just getting started. This guide will break down what you truly need for each type of outdoor climbing and what can wait until later.

Odds are if you’ve been in a climbing gym, you may have taken a second to notice all the different shoes people are climbing in. With different brands, colors, comfort, and more there’s a lot of variety when it comes to shoes – and we mean a lot.

Walk into any climbing gear shop and you might feel like you've entered a hardware store on another planet. Walls lined with technicolor shoes, endless arrays of ropes, and about 80 different kinds of metal bits and pieces with names like "grigri" and "ATC" that sound more like Pokémon than climbing gear. But here's the good news: getting started is actually pretty simple. While experienced climbers might geek out over their trad rack or the latest belay device, beginners only need a few key pieces of gear. The rest can come later as you grow into your climbing journey. Planning your first visit? Check out our beginner's guide here.

In our gyms, everything is inspected regularly—bolts, anchors, quickdraws, you name it. But out at the crags, where there isn’t a Rockstar facilities team to back you up, it’s up to the climbing community to keep each other safe. At outdoor climbing areas, on public land, there is no routine maintenance or inspection by land management agencies, and all work is done by local volunteers. This means as climbers we are responsible for the bolts and anchors we choose to use! Thankfully, with the help of the American Safe Climbing Association (ASCA), caring for the crags you love has never been easier.

The holiday season will be here faster than a Sam Watson speed run. Looking for the perfect gift for your favorite climber? We've got you covered with everything from chalk to crash pads. Here's our comprehensive guide to gifts that'll get any climber psyched - whether they're projecting their first V2 or crushing 5.13.