Whether you enjoy pulling through complex routes in climbing gyms, projecting on overhanging limestone cliffs, or meandering up moderate multi-pitch routes, the type of climbing shoes you wear ...

In the early days of rock climbing, athletes had a simple choice: Slip on a pair of rubber-soled high-tops or don a pair of heavy hiking boots. Suffice to say, footwear was limited and unsuited to the ...

Do rock climbing shoes need to be uncomfortable? We’re not going to lie, in the world of rock climbing there can be a bit of a balance between performance and comfort. A certain level of discomfort ...

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As the gear-review manager, I own over 50 pairs of climbing shoes. And that's lowballing. I'm trying on new shoes almost every week. My feet hate me. First World problem? You betcha. Forget all you ...

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If you purchase an independently reviewed product or service through a link on our website, Rolling Stone may receive an affiliate commission. Climbing has grown in popularity over the past decade — ...

Projecting a climb is sometimes as much a struggle off the wall as it is on, because—unless your project is at the gym—you need to get to the route first. This could mean a miles-long off-trail jaunt ...

As the popularity of climbing continues to surge, the demand for high-performance gear is greater than ever before. While a ...

Upgrading your climbing shoes is one of the best ways to accelerate your performance. That’s especially true if you’re looking to level up from beginner or intermediate routes to more advanced grades.