I've been bouldering once to twice a week for about 6 months now and am still enjoying it. My friends and I have even found a couple of bouldering games we play sometimes when we go which can make those days when you're craving some different climbs a bit more fun! Having bouldered for this … Continue reading Hands of a Boulderer
Stumped by a Dyno!
My inability to complete a dynamic move has prevented me from finishing a number of climbs... So i need your help! If you have any tips and tricks please let me know!
We all Climb Differently
In my climbing journey, I have being going to my local gym with two other people. We all started climbing together and have continued to do so (though at slightly different rates due to life circumstances). I've gotta say, it really makes a difference to have someone to join you on your journey. Unfortunately I … Continue reading We all Climb Differently
Let’s get Magnus to see my Blog!
Something very exciting has happened! Someone shared my blog post about Magnus on his most recent video, so I need your help!!
Alex Honnold Continues to Inspire
If you're a climbing fanatic then you would have heard of Alex Honnold but have you heard of the Honnold Foundation? Alex Honnold is a professional climber like Magnus but, from what I can tell, doesn't like to spend too much time in the spot light. I honestly don't know that much about the guy. … Continue reading Alex Honnold Continues to Inspire
My Bouldering Crush!
Magnus Midtbo. What a legend. If you haven't heard of this guy you should jump on YouTube right now and look him up: Magnus Midtbo. I discovered him a couple of months ago and I have been steadily working my way through all of his YouTube video's (young and old) ever since. Let me give … Continue reading My Bouldering Crush!
Deciphering the Grading System
So I've been desperately trying to get my head around all the different grading systems in place for bouldering and rock climbing. I've been watching a lot of YouTube video's (Magnus Midtbo, Bouldering Bobats, IFSC Climbing world Championships, etc.) and watched the documentary "Free Solo", which is about Alex Honnold being the first to free … Continue reading Deciphering the Grading System
A New Passion?
A couple of months ago one of my old uni friends came up to visit so we all got together to hang out... but we couldn't just do anything! We wanted to go do something a bit different so indoor bouldering was recommended. Magically a couple of days later, my brother also got together with … Continue reading A New Passion?
