Inspire Staff, Author at inSPIRE Rock Indoor Climbing & Team Building Center

A basic climbing gear list typically includes a pair of climbing shoes, harness, and chalk. While sufficient for bouldering or top-roping…

You can still enjoy a climbing wall with kids! Many parents think their days of adventuring and enjoying their hobbies will…

You should resole your climbing shoes before you get any holes in them. It can be hard to tell when that will happen,…

Embarking on outdoor adventures, whether it’s hiking or rock climbing, is an exhilarating experience. As a novice outdoor enthusiast or a…

If you are interested in rope climbing, you may be familiar with the terminology of sport climbing and traditional (trad) climbing….

Stepping into the Mid-Atlantic collegiate divisionals at Sportrock Alexandria, I felt like I had stepped into the stands of a college…

Climbing accessories are just that; they’re accessories. Rock climbing requires a lot of gear- there’s no way around it. What’s great,…

How do you know if you’ve found the right rock climbing shoes? It’s not about the size you think you need, but the…

In the 1960s, rock climbers ascended big cliff faces and scrambled up various rock features. Today, you’ll find people who identify…

In rock climbing, there is no set apparel or uniform. Whatever clothing makes you feel most comfortable, you can wear to…