Yes, even if you never use a brand new climbing rope, it still 'expires' after 10 years. When your rope starts to fray, display cuts, or is overly soft or hard, it's time for retirement.

As much as we would like our climbing ropes to last forever, they do have an 'expiration date.' According to experts at REI, the general guidelines for rope retirement include: Yes, even if you ...

Colorado Wildlife Officials rescued an seemingly lost bull elk that became ensnared in climbing ropes near the town of Lake City with the help of several climbers. Climbers spotted the trapped elk ...

This "locks" the rope in place and reduces slippage. Building a strong grip through exercises like dead hangs can make a world of difference in your climbing performance. Include exercises such as ...

A study of 4,50,000 adults suggests that climbing 5 flights of stairs daily reduces cardiovascular risks by 20%. Climbing stairs is more effective than walking, burning more calories and enhancing ...

All climbing shoe models fit differently. We put together our 'shoeculator' to help you find the right size in a new model, compared to your old climbing shoes or street shoes. Choose from the options ...

At about 11:40 a.m. Friday, Jan. 24, the 35-year-old New Paltz climber was “climbing solo without ropes and did not have a cell phone” when he fell, the department said. After the fall ...

Which battle rope is best? While they may not look like much, battle ropes are highly effective exercise equipment, helpful in building muscle, explosive strength and endurance. They may have ...

The best weighted jump ropes add intensity to your jump rope workouts, increasing your heart rate and adding resistance for muscles to work harder, helping you build strength while rapidly burning ...

A 75 foot (23 meters) rope (at least ¼ inch thick - 6 millimeters), two carabiners ... A bear pole is a pole with a Y-shaped top. Using a large lifting pole with a hook on the end you can place your ...