Extreme Climbing

Climbing is a fun and challenging way to stay physically active. A majority of the muscles in both the upper and lower body stay engaged while a person is climbing. Climbers must exhibit physical strength, mental acuity and endurance. All work and no play? Not at all! Climbing allows the hobbyist to set and meet goals, reach heights they would not otherwise have attained and see nature at its very best.

Guides

• All Inclusive Guide to Climbing: Guides, techniques, tips and answer to frequently asked questions.

• The Guide to Climbing Safely: Staying safe when you climb is covered in this thorough article.

• Basic Questions on Climbing: A brief overview of some common climbing questions.

• Comprehensive Guide of Climbing Questions and Answers: A complete FAQ page answers questions for both beginning and advanced climbers.

• Rock Climbing: An overview of climbing, along with a glossary of related terms.

• Beginners Briefing: A general summary of climbing for the beginner.

• Climber 101: The basics of climbing.

• Calling Climbing Enthusiasts: How to get started.

• Introduction to Climbing: A list of links to articles on how to begin your climbing adventures.

• How Can I Become a Climbing Enthusiast?: A short FAQ section that gives an overview of the basics of climbing.

Hardware

• Gear Guide: A list of climbing gear and its uses.

• Rock Climbing Equipment: Rock-climbing gear is explained.

• Gear for Rock Climbers: A basic equipment list shows pictures and talks about price ranges.

• Climbing Gear: A list of gear that is essential for climbing.

• Devices Explained: Names and pictures of climbing gear with detailed descriptions of the items.

Workouts

• Conditioning the Climber's Body: Endurance and strength training links for climbers.

• Exercises for Climbers: A list of exercises with pictures and explanations.

• Climbing Workout Guide: A resource pointing to exercises that climbers should partake in to stay in top form.

• Strength Training for Climbing Enthusiasts: Exercising recommendations for rock climbers.

• Climbing to Fitness: A wealth of information on exercise techniques for climbers.

Places

• Rock Climbing: America's Top Ten: A top ten list of places to climb in America.

• Climbing in Europe: An overview of Europe's best rock climbing areas.

• The Mountain Project: An extremely comprehensive guide to the top international climbs.

• Climbing Areas Reviewed: A thorough list of the best places to climb, along with user ratings, articles and experiences.

• UK Climbing: Scotland: Glasgow, Edinburgh, the Highlands and other climbs in beautiful Scotland.

• Climbing Routes: A database of the top climbing routes along with climber ratings and descriptions.

• Top Climbing Routes in New England: Climbing locations and conditions in northern New England.

• Climbing in Crete: The ultimate guide to Crete’s best climbs.

• Exploring the Swedish Countryside: Climbing routes near Uppsala, Sweden.

• Climbing in AZ: Detailed climbing information for Arizona.

Photos and Journals

• SCMA (Southern California Mountaineers Association) Photo Gallery: Photo gallery of multiple climbing areas courtesy of the SCMA.

• Rock Climbing Photographs: User compiled photos taken during climbs.

• Climbing Photos, News and Updates: Stories, journals, up to date news articles and more focused on rock climbing.

• Climbing Gallery: A broad array of photos detailing climbing experiences from renowned climbers.

• Picture Gallery of Climbing Expeditions: Moments captured while climbing in a variety of locations.

• Photos and Experiences: Photos, discussions, videos, articles and more on rock climbing.

• Climbers Gathering: A photo gallery, list of experience submissions and other climbing related information.

• Pictures from Climbs: Photos taken from climbs all over the world.

• Photos from IRCS (International Rock Climbing School) Climbs: Climbing photos from the IRCS.

• Monument Rocks: Iconic rock formations that are a favorite of climbers and nature enthusiasts.