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.

Expert's tips for sport climbing

by Steve McClure

Sport climbing should be safe, but accidents can happen, usually through simple or stupid mistakes. Use the common problems chart to ensure that you and your climbing partners stay safe.

Ethics and rock types in sport climbing

by Steve McClure

'Traditional climbing' or 'Sport climbing'? The war has raged on long and hard. However, a broad compromise has been reached where everyone can have some fun. To most people, whatever your ethics, one of the most important things is simply being outdoors in beautiful surroundings.

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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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