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Climbing with kids - Family fun at the crag
If there is one thing climbing parents can’t wait for, besides a real good night sleep, is the first time they will get their little ones on the rock. My kids are now in their teens, so I decided to use my journey to help you benefit from the things that went well and hopefully, help you avoid the things that did not go so well.
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10 reasons to NOT try Ice Climbing
Winter in the Canadian Rockies is a beautiful thing, with white snow blanketing the ground and refreshing cool (but not too cold) temps it's hard not to wholeheartedly love this winter wonderland.
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Coire Dubh Integrale - Trip Report
All in all, this route makes for a great day out moving up snow and ice slopes, with a chance to swing some tools and place some rock gear along the way. (read time: 6 min)
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Booming Ice Chasm or Climbing in the Dark
Halfway up a mountain in the Canadian Rockies exists a very unique place, a true natural wonder; the Booming Ice Chasm. 5 pitches of fun, anxiety, and excitement. This day was truly an incredible adventure that we will not forget soon. Read time: 8 minutes.
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Ice Climbing Packing List - The Essentials
An in-depth ice climbing packing list with gear suggestions, product reviews and a downloadable check list to ensure you have all the essential gear for your next ice climbing adventure. ( 15 minutes read )
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Ski Touring Repair Kit Essentials
An often overlooked, but critical piece of your backcountry safety gear is your ski touring repair kit. We are all so dependent upon our gear and the places we backcountry ski are usually well off the beaten path, demanding self-sufficiency.
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Pimp my [climbing] Rack - How little tweaks can save you a lot of weight
By making adjustments to things I thought were necessary, or previously considered too insignificant to matter, I was able to shave almost 1kg (3 lbs) when all was said and done while adding more to my rack! ( 10 minutes read).
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Making Sense of the Numbers - Understanding the Climbing Rope Rating System
Out of all the climbing equipment, ropes are by far the piece of gear that has the most certifications and tests performed. This results in a lot of information and data printed on labels of climbing ropes. Sometimes, more information just makes our choice more confusing than it should be. In this article, we'll try to help you better understand all those numbers in order to enable you to buy the best rope for your needs.
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Choosing the Right Ski Boots
Choosing the right ski boots is crucial as the right boot fit can transform your day on the mountain, while the wrong choice can ruin it. Taking the time the to choose the right ski boots will guarantee performance, comfort and pleasure, whether on the slopes or off-piste.
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