Climbing Culture

Remember when, a while back, some prominent climbers were proclaiming, “the dirtbag is dead”? Well, they were right, it is.…

If there’s a hill I’m willing to die on, it’s in the land we call Indian Creek, a part of…

I don’t really have the time to write this article about Outdoor Retailer—as a small business owner the little voice…

Volume 21 is here. Cover shot of Brittany Goris by Garet Bleir Five Rings by Alex Johnson The Art of…

I’ve spent much of my adult life working towards a dream—a writing dream, infused with climbing—that has largely come true.…

This winter I’ve had the fever. No, not the fever for more cowbell, or the fever from COVID (thankfully), but…

Once upon a time, my crew was wild AF. And that wildness would often come to a climax on Thanksgiving,…

The Climbing Zine creates stories for all our readers; whether you’re able to pay to read them or not. Most…

What once started as a stapled together black and white zine has turned into a worldwide leading climbing publication. And,…

Introducing a new package for those of you who MUST have “Everything Climbing Zine“. Here’s a list of what is…

Everything come back around full circle Why do lies sound pleasant but the truth hurtful? Everybody gotta cry once in…

A new sport is captivating the nation, smash climbing records, and overcoming the issue of being old and washed up.…

 You, outdoor recreator, are probably quite educated: bachelor’s degree, possibly a master’s degree or PhD. You wore a cap and…

Although the issue was delayed by COVID, we’re proud to announce that Volume 19 is now off the press. Banner…