Rock climbing is a thrill for many men and women who enjoy the challenge of such an intense outdoor and indoor sport activity. There are several different forms of the rock climbing sport and rock climbing equipment you would use will target each variation. Traditional rock climbing involves two people, yourself and your partner as …
Crafted over millions of years by torrential rain, battering wind, and extreme temperatures, Joshua Tree National Park stretches over nearly 800,000 acres of rugged terrain. These landscapes, which can seem deceptively barren, are home to several ecosystems. Despite the harsh conditions, Joshua Tree teems with plant and animal life that has adapted and thrived in …
Rock climbing is a popular pastime which involves moving up a cliff face using your hands and feet, often with a rope and other equipment for protection. You wear a helmet, harness and special climbing shoes with sticky rubber. Contrary to popular belief, rock climbing isn’t all about upper body strength and brute force. It’s …
Chad floating up the walls.
Trad climbing practice time with my favorite rock climbing instructor. #joshuatree #jtree #rockclimbing #rockclimbeveryday #climbing #climbon #goclimbarock #tradclimbing
Resting your arms or chalking up before a crux can help bring blood back into your arms as you prepare for a difficult move. Finding good resting spots as well as keeping your arms straight should be part of your climbing training routine.
Combining power and speed, or both! Josue and Greg were born ready. Watch out world! The Dynamic Duo is coming soon, to a crag near you . . .
We asked this climber a series of questions on why and how she set up this top-rope anchor: How come you chose to set up this anchor from the top? “It’s the end of the day and I am too tired to lead it.” What options did you have? “I had three options; trad lead …
High Exposure offers one of the most comfortable balay ledges ever. With spectacular views of the valley and big enought to fit a crew of 5 people. Here Karen found a perfect front view seat, as we prepare to start pitch 2 of this area’s classic route. Photography by: Cristian Montoya