Winter sun venues for sport climbing

With air flight prices dropping all the time there is no excuse for spending all winter climbing indoors and moaning about the weather! This section covers the best sunshine venues for a long weekend or a few weeks away in the UK, Spain, France, Germany, Mexico, Thailand and Australia.

Safety in sport climbing

by Libby Peter

Do you know what risks to expect when you go to a sport climbing venue? Eg. loose rock at the top of the crag/on route, checking the condition of the bolts/lower offs, checking knots/harnesses, ensure the belayer is alert and attentive, a well organised system for multi pitch routes, don't underestimate the seriousness of what you are doing.

Motivation for sport climbing

by Steve McClure

Why is sport climbing so popular? What are the challenges? Steve McClure reveals his personal motivation and gives some insight into the motivation of other climbers too.

Starting out in sport climbing

by Steve McClure

Sport climbing might surprise you: it's addictive, and for some climbers becomes a focus for their existence! Learning the sport and climbing in safety is not very difficult, providing you have a head for heights!

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Steve is a professional climber and coach with a lifetime's experience under his belt. He is undoubtedly one of the best rock climbers in the world and has pioneered the hardest climbs in the UK including 'Overshadow' (9a+) and 'Mutation'. His climbing takes him around the world and, when back in the UK, is available for coaching - see his website for more details.

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