High Drama Book Review: History and Intrigue Dominate
Book review of High Drama: The Rise, Fall, and Rebirth of American Competition Climbing Continue reading High Drama Book Review: History and Intrigue Dominate
Category: Reviews
Gear Review: E9 Matar Urban Climbing Trousers
A review of E9’s Matar Climbing Pants (or “urban climbing trouser” in the company’s parlance). I just call them really great bouldering pantalones, for my legs. Continue reading Gear Review: E9 Matar Urban Climbing Trousers
Gear Review: Boulder Denim 2.0 Men’s Athletic Fit Jeans
A review of the Boulder Denim 2.0 Men’s Athletic Fit Jeans. Continue reading Gear Review: Boulder Denim 2.0 Men’s Athletic Fit Jeans
The Wall, Ukraine’s Most Modern Climbing Gym in Lviv
In 2015, Stanislav “Stas” Kleshnov took his place on the podium, waved to the crowd, and walked away from competition climbing as the Ukrainian champion. For 25 years, this had been his life. The competitive spirit is marked in his sharp-features and stern look, which cracks with an occasional smirk or glint in his eye. His … Continue reading The Wall, Ukraine’s Most Modern Climbing Gym in Lviv
Gravity Climbing Centre Dublin, Ireland: Where Climbers Meet
At Dublin’s first public climbing gym, Gravity Climbing Centre, climbers meet, get married and have children. It’s that kind of place: Like the Cheers of climbing spots. Continue reading Gravity Climbing Centre Dublin, Ireland: Where Climbers Meet
SKAI Urban Crag: The Boulderer’s Gym in Cluj Napoca, Romania
SKAI Urban Crag is the boulderer’s gym in Cluj Napoca. They offer climbers bounteous boulder problems in their pursuit of gravity defying dynos and pumpy high-flying stunts. Continue reading SKAI Urban Crag: The Boulderer’s Gym in Cluj Napoca, Romania
The Flying Goat Camp & Hostel: All About Community In Geyikbayırı, Turkey (Climbing Hostel Review)
The Flying Goat Camp & Hostel is the new kid on the block in Geyikbayiri. They are distinct in the area for their smaller size and communal vibe.
I had chosen this camp because it looked relaxed, friendly, and picturesque. It lived up to expectations. Continue reading The Flying Goat Camp & Hostel: All About Community In Geyikbayırı, Turkey (Climbing Hostel Review)
Boulder Istanbul: Your Favorite Neighborhood Gym in Istanbul, Turkey (Climbing Gym Review)
Boulder Istanbul is your neighborhood climbing gym on the Asian side. It’s akin to your favorite little cafe down the street, full of character and familiar faces. Or it’s the climbing set-up you wish you had in your two-car garage, just for you and your buddies. The Vibe: Make no mistakes, this is an “old … Continue reading Boulder Istanbul: Your Favorite Neighborhood Gym in Istanbul, Turkey (Climbing Gym Review)
Gear Review: Used Scarpa X Climbing Shoes
I did it, I did it, I did it! I am so stoked to receive my first piece of climbing gear to review for this blog from my brother who didn’t want them anymore. They are Scarpa Force X’s. Or maybe they are La Sportiva Katana (laces)…? Erm, no. Wait. No. They are assuredly Scarpa Force … Continue reading Gear Review: Used Scarpa X Climbing Shoes
A New Favorite: Mt. Monadnock’s Pumpelly Trail
Pumpelly Trail is a White Mountains taster. It’s a mini-WM hike: The distance is a bit contracted, it’s less strenuous, and you don’t go as high up, but the ambiance and feel is all there. This gem is now one of my favorite hikes in the area. Mt. Monadnock is just over the border in … Continue reading A New Favorite: Mt. Monadnock’s Pumpelly Trail
Aaron Gerry 