Climbing Gear

Rock Climbing Gear for Beginners

Hint: your first investment should be rock-climbing shoes

Emily Reed

Sep 2, 2019

Black Diamond Just Launched Approach Shoes

Black Diamond gave us the lowdown on its brand-new line of approach shoes, which includes two technical and two lifestyle models

Jun 6, 2019

6 Outdoor Clubs Worth the Membership Fees

Whether you're looking for deals on gear or an inside line on your dream trip, the perfect group is just a click away

Megan Michelson

May 23, 2019

The Best Waterproof Jackets of Spring 2019

Superior shielding against the elements

Kassondra Cloos and Frederick Reimers

May 2, 2019

Tips from the Pros on Buying Used Gear

Be cautious, but don't let small things scare you away from a deal

Joe Jackson

Apr 27, 2019

Staff Picks: REI Sahara Convertible Pants

Outside's Samantha Yadron tells the story behind how she ended up with two pairs of these convertible pants

Apr 16, 2019

This Rock-Climbing Warm-Up Tool Saved My Tendons

The Tension Flash Board is a crag essential

Emily Reed

Mar 21, 2019

Staff Picks: Scarpa Furia S

Soft and sensitive, the Scarpa Furia S is ideal for steep sport routes and technical boulder problems

Jan 15, 2019

2019 Preview: Gregory, O.R., and Scarpa

Gear editor Ariella Gintzler walks us through new 2019 gear from Gregory, Outdoor Research, and Scarpa.

Jan 14, 2019

Staff Picks: Moon Bouldering Bag

Gear editor Emily Reed walks us through the clever features of the Moon Bouldering Bag.

Dec 4, 2018