Carabiners are essential piece of climbing equipment and a key component to your PPE. They used to attach ropes, harnesses, and other devices to a climber’s body or there system. Two of the most popular materials used in the production of carabiners are steel and aluminum. In this article, we will compare the advantages and […]
The Aspiring mid clip snow stake originated in the 1980s, following testing carried out in conjunction with the Federated Mountain Clubs. Aspiring snowstakes comply with the current recommendations for snow anchors developed by Don Bogie in collaboration with NZGA, NZMSC and LandSAR. Introduction While out on a recent skills course building snow anchors I began […]
Ever since 2016, when the International Olympic Committee (IOC) decided to include climbing in the 2020 Olympics the format has been a hotly debated subject. The IOC is combining the three main forms of competitive climbing—speed, boulder, and sport—into one event and only offering one set of medals. I’ve covered the format before, interviewing chief […]
“Whatungarongaro te tangata, toitū te whenua“ This proverb speaks to the importance of the land. While people come and go, the land remains. As humans we rely on the land. We must think long-term and see the big picture to ensure the sustainability of the land. Here at Aspiring we have been thinking of ways […]
As the cold weather approaches and snow starts to fall we start to think about the the winter adventures that are to be sent and the gear we wish we had. Below we break down all the key gear items you’ll need to stay prepared this winter. There are important considerations when making a purchase: […]
Ropes that use Endurance technology slide more easily over their working surfaces: carabiners, descenders, belays, anchors, etc. To achieve this, higher quality strands are used which, combined with the manufacturing system, enables Roca to produce ropes with unique characteristics on the market. Endurance gives ropes a nicer feel, greater fluidity, and the ability to withstand […]
One of my favourite playgrounds is in a world that cannot be seen and most people don’t even know about. Little outcrops of limestone or marble along with streams and rivers emerging from hillsides can offer clues to the wonders that lie beneath your feet. Caving is often thought to be about thrutching around in […]
Climbing in a new place, especially a new country, is always an adventure and planning it should be part of the fun. Over the years, I’ve climbed in a number of different countries including the US, England, Scotland, Wales, Spain, and France. Whether your sights are set on multi-pitch climbing in the Dolomites or deep […]
I’ll admit, when I first started seeing people with belay glasses, they were generally old white guys in gyms. I thought the glasses were a gimmick or just not worth the money unless you were rich, lazy, and elitist. Then, on a climbing trip to Spain, my partner was having some neck issues and couldn’t […]
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