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PRODUCT 06 Women’s Climb Clothing

32 Ropes

11 Men’s Climb Clothing

34 Belay & Rope Control

20 Rock Shoes

38 Bouldering

24 Harnesses

40 Training

26 Helmets

42 Ice Axes

28 Carabiners & ‘Draws

44 Crampons

30 Protection

46 Approach Shoes

FEATURES 16 Climbing at the Olympics 36 Staff in Action

CREDITS Photographer: Matt Higson Climbers: Eleanor Anstice, Rhiannon Frenguelli, Sam Green & Sam Keast Editors: Ellie Anstice, Jeremy Stevens & Luke Scrine Styling & Direction: David Whitlow Production & Design: Dave Maddox, Life Advertising

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CLICK AND RESERVE This service means you can arrange for the Ellis Brigham shop of your choice to put products on hold. If the products are in stock, you can pick them up straight away and, if anything needs to be ordered in, the shop will let you know when it’s arrived. You pay in-store when you collect the items.

STORE TO DOOR To enhance your in-store shopping experience we also operate a Store to Door service where items (size or colour) that are out of stock in that shop can be shipped to your home address free of charge.

FREE UK MAIL ORDER DELIVERY We offer free UK delivery on all orders over £150.

Delivery is £3.95 for orders under £150. Go to www.ellis-brigham.com for all delivery options.

PRICE MATCH We will Price Match any other reputable retailer. If within 7 days of your purchase, you find the same item in stock in the same size and colour, sold for less in a UK-based store, we will match the price or refund the difference. Full Price Match information is online at www.ellis-brigham.com/help or email customer.services@ellis-brigham.com

PUBLISHED PRICES: We reserve the right to change our prices immediately if there is a change in the value of the pound against other currencies or changes to import duties and tariffs which would affect imported items.

IMPORTANT MESSAGE ON COVID-19 All of our lives have recently been affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. We have decided to still publish our summer catalogues to give you some escape in these difficult times. We are all dreamers and our hearts and souls live in the great outdoors. We are here with you and look forward to sharing airy summits and wide-open spaces when this is all behind us. Stay safe. Remain positive.

NATIONWIDE SHOPS AVIEMORE 9-10 Grampian Road, PH22 1RH BRISTOL 160 Whiteladies Road, BS8 2XZ CAMBRIDGE Unit 45A, 1st Floor Lion Yard, CB2 3ET CASTLEFORD LEEDS Xscape Yorkshire, WF10 4TA CHELMSFORD 106-108 Bond Street, CM1 1GH CHESTER 35 Bridge Street Row, CH1 1NW FORT WILLIAM Belford Road, PH33 6BT GLASGOW BRAEHEAD intu Braehead, PA4 8XQ LIVERPOOL 73 Bold Street, L1 4EZ MANCHESTER 130 Deansgate, M3 2GQ MILTON KEYNES Xscape Milton Keynes, MK9 3XA

LONDON SHOPS COVENT GARDEN 10-12 Southampton St, WC2E 7HA KENSINGTON HIGH ST 178 Kensington High St, W8 7RG ST. PAUL’S 6 Cheapside Passage, One New Change, EC2V 6AF WESTFIELD STRATFORD 138 The Street, E20 1EN

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Ellis Brigham has a rich climbing heritage. Dedicated to making every climb as rewarding as possible, whether you’re tying in for your first lead or a seasoned alpinist, we’ve got all your kit, clothing and footwear needs covered. Including proven performers, staff favourites and ultralight innovators, our comprehensive range is a showcase of the very best. This season, we give a warm welcome to 3RD ROCK, a family run business based in the Peak District, and E9, a proud Italian company founded by the former boulder world champion Mauro Calibani. Organic Climbing also joins the team with their top-quality bouldering mats. Plus, new ropes from Edelrid and climbing hardware from Black Diamond deliver innovation to our sport and trad fans.

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A veteran of the climbing scene, Black Diamond has built up a reputation for clean, functional design that delivers prime performance in the vertical realm. Their clothing range is no exception; premium materials,

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streamlined tailoring and a fit optimised for climbers make them a top pick for sport, trad and bouldering alike. a) Women’s Rise and Climb Tee £29.99 When the crags are calling, the Rise and Climb Tee is the perfect match. A soft and comfortable organic cotton crew neck, it features a touch of elastane for improved climbing mobility.

Features: Organic cotton/elastane. Crew neck. Rise and Climb graphic. Weight: 117g (M).

Colour: Wisteria (959) Sizes: XS - L Code 232654 b) Women’s Rays Tank £24.99 When the temps start to rise, reach for the Rays Tank. A stretchy organic cotton vest with racerback straps for mobility, it will see you through those summer climbs in style.

Features: Organic cotton stretch jersey. Crew neck. Black Diamond graphic. Racerback for mobility. Weight: 100g (M).

Colour: Ice Blue (948) Sizes: XS - L Code 232660

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c) Women’s Notion Pants £64.99 For training and indoor bouldering, the Notion Pants are an excellent match. Made from organic cotton stretch twill, they’re lightweight, breathable and mobile, with reinforced knees for increased durability.

Features: Organic cotton stretch twill. Elasticated waist. Hand and rear pockets. Reinforced knees. Elasticated cuffs.

Inseam: 80cm/31.5". Weight: 324g (M).

Colour: Plum (952) Sizes: XS - L Code 232661

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WOMEN’S CLOTHING d) Women’s Basis Crew £54.99 Soft and stretchy, with clean-cut styling, the Basis Crew is a versatile layer for daily use. Made from soft organic cotton knit that has a touch of elastane to aid mobility, it gives lightweight warmth perfect for those pre-climb warm-ups.

Features: Organic cotton terry knit. Elastane for stretch. Drop shoulders. Ribbed collar, cuffs and hem. Weight: 358g (M).

Colour: Atmosphere (906) Sizes: XS - L Code 232658

e) Women’s Six Shooter Tank £54.99 Climb unhindered in this highly breathable tank. Maximising comfort in hot conditions, an integrated bra provides support and racerback straps enable full shoulder mobility.

Features: Polyester stretch jersey. Integrated bra. Dual-strap racerback. Side ruching. Weight: 156g (M).

Colours: Ink Blue (904) or Papaya (986) Sizes: XS - L Code 232652

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f) Women’s Splitter Tank £44.99 Designed in collaboration with BD Athlete Claire Buhrfeind, the Splitter Tank is superb for summer climbing. Overlapped racerback-style straps aid breathability and a lat-clearing cut enables a full range of movement.

Features: Dri-Release polyester cotton knit.

Overlapped racerback-style straps. Drop tail hem.

Weight: 119g (M).

Colour: Mulberry Stripe (958) Sizes: XS - L Code 232659 g) Women’s Levitation Capri £54.99 For warm weather climbing, you’ll love the Levitation Capri. A super soft stretch knit fabric, wide flat waistband and gusseted construction see comfort and mobility maximised so you can climb and train without restriction.

Features: Nylon stretch jersey. Wide flat waistband.

Internal power mesh lining. Internal waistband pocket. Inseam: 71cm/28". Weight: 210g (M).

Colour: Ink Blue (904) Sizes: XS - L Code 232656

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h) Women’s Credo Shorts £59.99 The clean-cut Credo Shorts are a summer climbing staple. Featuring a drawcord waistband and four pockets, they’re lightweight, stretchy, durable and mobile so you can move unhindered.

Features: Stretch organic cotton twill. Waistband with drawcord. Hand and rear pockets. Brush slot.

Inseam: 23cm/9". Weight: 127g (12).

Colours: Burnt Sienna (928) or Adriatic (940) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 232657

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a) Women’s Depiction Hoody £59.99 This hoody brings together performance fabric and a relaxed fit to make your new favourite layer. Made from a soft heathered jersey, it’s stretchy, fast-drying and has a Polygiene treatment for reliable odour control.

Features: 136g heathered jersey. Polygiene odour control. Relaxed hood.

Overlapping hem. Weight: 195g (12).

Colour: Blackberry (951) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228884

b) Women’s Redline Long Sleeve Tee £44.99 The Redline tee offers comfort, stretch and moisture management to see you through the season. Whatever your mountain pursuit, it can be layered easily or worn alone; with a slim fit that reduces bulk however you choose to style it.

Features: 175g drirelease fabric. Tencel aids wicking performance. Polygiene odour control. Crew neck. Long sleeved. Weight: 165g (12).

Colours: Virtual Pink Stripe (968) or Spruce Stripe (932) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228750

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Since 1961, British brand Mountain Equipment has provided the outdoor community with the gear they need to succeed. Clean-cut tailoring, durable construction and casual design come together in their climbing clothing range, to take you from the wall to the crag to the pub in style!

c) Women’s Bahia Crop Top £29.99 When big, bold moves are the name of the game, the Bahia is what you need. A close-fitting crop with a slightly longer length, cross back straps ensure unrestricted shoulder mobility.

Features: Stretch nylon fabric. Exclusive ME print. Scoop neck.

Cross back design. Wide flat hem. Weight: 95g (12).

Colours: Chalk Blue (940) or Orange Sherbet (980) Sizes: 8 - 14 Code 228886

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d) Women’s Cala Leggings £39.99 A supportive fit, next-to-skin comfort and full stretch make the Cala Leggings a sure-fire favourite for climbers. The wide, flat waistband sits comfortably under a harness, while the stretch nylon fabric can handle the full spectrum of climbing manoeuvres.

Features: Stretch nylon fabric. Wide elasticated waistband.

Exclusive ME print. Inseam: 28"/71cm. Weight: 250g (12).

Colour: Steel (903) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228865

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WOMEN’S CLOTHING e) Women’s Equinox Tee £34.99 The Equinox tee offers style and performance in equal measure. A scoop neck and slim fit create a great shape while the light and stretchy drirelease fabric ensures moisture management that can handle the warmest of days.

Features: 175g drirelease fabric. Tencel aids wicking performance.

Polygiene odour control. Scoop neck with pleat. Weight: 125g (12).

Colours: Denim Stripe (941) or Blackberry (951) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228751

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f) Women’s Cala Crop Leggings £39.99 For warm weather climbing comfort, choose the Cala Crop Leggings.

A calf length style made from a stretch nylon fabric, they’re comfortable, supportive and feel great next-to-skin.

Features: Stretch nylon fabric. Wide elasticated waistband. Exclusive ME print. Inseam: 21"/53cm. Weight: 220g (12).

Colours: Chalk Blue (940) or Orange Sherbet (980) Sizes: 8 - 16 (8 - 14 Orange Sherbet) Code 228866

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WOMEN’S CLOTHING

3RD ROCK was founded in 2010 by Jessica Mor,

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a fashion designer, pattern cutter and passionate climber. Based in the Peak District, the family-run business prides itself on creating socially and environmentally responsible products. Made for movement and cut for comfort, their clothing is perfectly tailored for rock climbing performance.

b a) 3RD ROCK Women’s Eclipse Vest £48.99 A 3RD ROCK favourite, the Eclipse Vest is a sleek style that feels lovely on. Providing the support of a bra and the simplicity of a vest, it has wide crossover straps that enable a full range of shoulder movement.

Features: Recycled polyamide/Lycra. Soft peach finish.

Integrated bra. Wide crossover straps. No lump technology.

Colours: Grove (930) or Pink Wink (968) Sizes: XS - L Code 297001

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b) 3RD ROCK Women’s Equinox Reverse Bra £42.99 Striking looks, outstanding comfort, and a reversible design will put the Equinox Bra at the top of any climber’s wish list. An ecofriendly style, it incorporates a high-performance recycled fabric, made from repurposed fishing nets.

Features: Recycled polyamide/recycled polyester/Lycra. High neckline. Medium impact support. Wide crossover straps.

Reversible design.

Colours: 80’s Retro Purple (950) or Jungle Massive (930) Sizes: XS - L Code 297003 c) 3RD ROCK Women’s Saturn 2 Bra £42.99 The Saturn 2 Bra looks as good as it performs. It has a soft peachy finish that your skin will love, features a high neckline for coverage, and has extra-wide straps that distribute pressure while smoothing out lumps.

Features: Recycled polyamide/Lycra. Soft peach finish. Moisture wicking. High neckline. Removable bra pads. Extra-wide straps.

Colour: Perkle Potion (950) Sizes: XS - L Code 297004

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d) 3RD ROCK Women’s Bataboom Pant £59.99 Climbers and yogis alike will love this figure-flattering pant.

Made from a super soft stretch fabric, the waistband can be worn up for coverage or rolled down to show off your abs, and the long foldable ankle cuffs give flexibility on the leg length.

Features: Recycled polyamide/Lycra. High waistband can be folded down. Hand pockets. Tapered lower leg. Long ankle cuffs.

Colours: Perkle Potion (950) or Black (901) Sizes: XS - L Code 297007

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MEN’S CLOTHING

E9 needs little introduction. Founded by Mauro Calibani in 1998 and nurtured into a much-loved climbing brand, you’ll find their iconic

e) E9 Men’s James Tank £31.99 When the temps are high, this tank is the answer. The ideal way to show off those guns, this organic cotton top delivers comfort and breathability in one.

Made in Italy, it features an original E9 graphic front and centre.

Features: 100% organic cotton. Comfortable and breathable. Crew neck. Original E9 graphic on the chest. Sleeveless.

Colour: Dust (940) Sizes: S - XL Code 250204

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f) E9 Men’s OneMove 1C Tee £29.99 Wear E9’s logo proudly with the OneMove 1C Tee. A casual style well suited to bouldering sessions, it’s constructed from an organic cotton blend that has added elastane for improved stretch.

Features: Organic cotton/elastane. Crew neck. Small logo on front. Large E9 logo graphic on back.

Colours: Deep Blue (941), Olive (931) or Wine (961) Sizes: S - XL Code 250203 g) E9 Men’s Pentago Short £54.99 Whether it’s indoor bouldering or outdoor sport, when the warm weather arrives, you’ll want this short. An easy-wearing style, it features an elasticated waist, three pockets and an essential brush holder.

Features: Organic cotton/elastane. Elasticated waistband. Hand pockets.

Thigh pocket with E9 print. Brush holder.

Colours: Blue Navy (941) or Olive (931) Sizes: S - XL (S - L Olive) Code 250209

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h) E9 Men’s Rondo Slim Pant £74.99 A proven E9 performer, the Rondo Slim Pant will be a staple climbing piece.

Ideal for bouldering, the organic cotton blend offers comfort, stretch and breathability so you can move with ease.

Features: Organic cotton/elastane. Semi elasticated waist. Hand and rear pockets. Brush holders on both sides. Adjustable hems.

Colours: Blue Navy (941) or Brick (922) Sizes: S - XL (S - L Brick) Code 250207

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A veteran of the climbing scene, Black Diamond has built up a reputation for clean, functional design that delivers prime performance in the vertical realm. Their clothing range is no exception; premium materials, streamlined tailoring and a fit optimised for climbers make them a top pick for sport, trad and bouldering alike.

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a) Men’s Spaceshot Tee £29.99 Channel your inner explorer with the Spaceshot Tee by Black Diamond; an organic cotton style with added elastane for enhanced mobility.

Features: Organic cotton stretch jersey. Crew neck. Astronaut graphic on chest. Short sleeved.

Weight: 145g (M).

Colour: Black/Dual Blue (940) Sizes: S - XL Code 232603 b) Men’s Equipment for Alpinists Tee £29.99 This clean-cut organic cotton tee has added elastane for an outstanding fit. Comfortable to wear across the seasons, it features BD’s classic diamond logo on the front.

Features: Organic cotton stretch jersey. Crew neck. BD diamond logo on chest. Short sleeved.

Weight: 145g (M).

Colour: Sulphur (974) Sizes: S - XL Code 232612

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c) Men’s Notion Pants £64.99 For training and indoor bouldering, the Notion Pants are an excellent match. Made from organic cotton stretch twill, they’re lightweight, breathable and comfortable, with reinforced knees for increased durability.

Features: Organic cotton stretch twill.

Elasticated waist. Hand pockets. Rear pocket with brush slot. Reinforced knees.

Inseam: 82cm/32". Weight: 411g (M).

Colours: Ink Blue (904) or Brick (928) Sizes: S - XL Code 232607

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MEN’S CLOTHING d) Men’s Crag Hoody £59.99 If you’re heading outdoors, throw this hoody into your climbing pack.

Made from a comfortable cotton blend, it adds lightweight warmth to counter the chill. Full-length underarm gussets ensure good mobility and a regular fit makes it easy to layer.

Features: Cotton/polyester. Hood with drawcord. Underarm gussets.

Long sleeved. Weight: 291g (M).

Colours: Ash (906) or Red Oxide (928) Sizes: S - XL Code 232600

e) Men’s Chalked Up Tee £29.99 Black Diamond’s iconic logo sits proud centre on the Chalked Up Tee. Made from organic cotton, it’s soft and breathable, with a regular fit for simple styling.

Features: Organic cotton jersey. Crew neck. BD logo on chest.

Short sleeved. Weight: 145g (M).

Colours: Gecko (930) or Astral Blue (940) Sizes: S - XL Code 232606

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f) Men’s Hammered Tee £29.99 When summer’s in full swing, keep cool with the Hammered Tee. Featuring an ice axe graphic on the chest, you can reminisce about the ultimate winter sport.

Features: Organic cotton stretch jersey. Crew neck. Ice axe graphic on chest. Short sleeved. Weight: 145g (M).

Colour: Red Oxide (928) Sizes: S - XL Code 232611 g) Men’s Notion Shorts £49.99 From hot indoor sessions to rest day relaxation; with the Notion Shorts, you can do it all. A comfortable, casual style, the organic cotton stretch twill delivers lightweight, breathable performance ideal for warm conditions.

Features: Organic cotton stretch twill. Elasticated waist. Seat gusset.

Hand and rear pockets. Inseam: 28cm/11". Weight: 298g (M).

Colours: Ink Blue (904) or Red Rock (960) Sizes: S - XL Code 232608

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Since 1961, British brand Mountain Equipment has

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provided the outdoor community with the gear they need to succeed. Clean-cut tailoring, durable construction and casual design come together in their climbing clothing range, to take you from the wall to the crag to the pub in style! a) Men’s Redline Long Sleeve Tee £49.99 Ready for a life spent outdoors, the Redline offers comfort, stretch and moisture management in one. Worn alone or under layers, the adaptable design is ideal for a range of outdoor pursuits.

Features: 175g drirelease fabric. Tencel aids wicking performance. Polygiene odour control. Crew neck.

Long sleeved. Weight: 215g (L).

Colours: Acid Stripe/Moorland (974) or Paprika/Denim (981) Sizes: S - XL Code 228784 b) Men’s Inception Short £39.99 Designed for climbers, these shorts have a simple, streamlined style that works well under a harness. The durable Ascender fabric wicks quickly and dries fast, ideal for hot summer sessions and post-climb chilling.

Features: Durable Ascender fabric. Semi-elasticated waist.

Hand and rear pockets. Inseam: 30cm/12". Weight: 190g (34").

Colours: Acid (974), Blue Nights (904) or Pumpkin Spice (982) Sizes: 30" - 36" Code 228858

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MEN’S CLOTHING c) Men’s Ground Up Logo+ Tee £39.99 Take to the hills in comfort with the Ground Up Logo+ tee. The lightweight, cotton-like fabric is soft next-to-skin, wicks moisture and dries quickly perfect for a summer spent outdoors.

Features: 175g drirelease fabric. Tencel aids wicking performance. Polygiene odour control. M.E. logo graphic on chest. UPF 50+. Weight: 155g (L).

Colours: Cosmos (904), Spruce (932) or Acid (974) Sizes: S - XL Code 228785

d) Men’s Ground Up Tee £39.99 Great for hot days on the rock, the Ground Up tee is soft, stretchy and offers superb moisture management - helping you to stay cool and focused when you need it most.

Features: 175g drirelease fabric. Tencel aids wicking performance. Polygiene odour control. Small M.E. logo on chest. UPF 50+. Weight: 155g (L).

Colours: Denim Blue Stripe (940) or Bracken Stripe (928) Sizes: S - XL Code 228728

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Features: 175g drirelease fabric. Tencel aids wicking performance. Polygiene odour control. Mountain graphic on chest. UPF 50+. Weight: 155g (L).

Colour: Denim Blue (941) Sizes: S - XL Code 228856 f) Men’s Inception Pant £54.99 The Inception Pants are the climbing trousers you’ve been looking for. Versatile, quick-drying and durable, the elasticated waistband sits well under a harness while the climbing fit ensures a full range of movement.

Features: Durable Ascender fabric. Semi-elasticated waist. Hand and rear pockets. Inseam: 79cm/31".

Weight: 290g (34").

Colours: Blue Nights (941) or Pumpkin Spice (982) Sizes: 30" - 36" Code 228857

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Natalie Berry’s Guide to

SPORT CLIMBING

at the Olympics

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Sport Climbing will make its Olympic debut in Tokyo, Japan.

Although ‘sport climbing’ has historically referred to lead climbing on bolted rock, in the Olympics it will take on a new guise: a triathlonlike combined discipline event featuring Speed, Boulder and Lead climbing. Competitors and fans alike were initially unimpressed with this triple discipline format, but most athletes have warmed to the challenge of becoming a more well-rounded climber.

A total of 40 athletes (20 men and 20 women) will compete at the Games.

The competition will be held over 4 days (2 days of competing per sex).

The first day consists of a qualification round with 20 climbers and the second day is a final involving the top 8 climbers from qualification.

Athletes compete in Speed first, then Boulder, then Lead with short rest periods between each discipline.

SPEED Known as the ‘100 metres of climbing’, climbers race an opponent to the top of a standardised 15-metre-high wall featuring two side by side routes, or ‘lanes’. The climbing holds and the route they form are routinely practised by the athletes on homologated walls across the globe.

Athletes have hit the buzzer and claimed world records in 5.48 seconds and 6.99 seconds for men and women respectively. Athletes compete head-to-head in matches in a bracket tournament structure until the winner is decided in a final race between the two fastest athletes. A super-fast time isn’t ultimately important, though, since beating opponents to the buzzer is the objective and false starts and slips are common in this discipline, which can leave the field relatively open.

BOULDER Bouldering is climbing low to the ground (~4 metres in height) with safety mats for protection. Athletes aim to complete short sequences of around 6-8 movements, called ‘boulders’, which often incorporate acrobatic or parkour-like dynamic movements. The boulders will be unknown to the climbers, so problem-solving skills come into play. Athletes can attempt a boulder as many times as required within a 5-minute time period, aiming to ‘top’ each boulder by taking the last hold in control with both hands. A ‘Zone’ hold is a progress-marker of sorts, positioned on a halfway hold or on a move which is difficult to achieve, but still below the top. This enables greater separation between athletes, who are ranked depending on their scores using the following hierarchy: 1. number of Tops, 2. number of Zones, 3. number of attempts to reach Tops, and 4. number of attempts to reach Zones. For example, a score of 3t7 4z5 = 3 Tops in 7 attempts, 4 Zones in 5 attempts. To rank 1st, a climber must top the most problems and reach the most zones in the fewest attempts. Athletes will tackle 4 boulders in the qualification round and 3 in the final round. A perfect score would therefore be 4t4 4z4, or 3t3 3z3 in the final. page 17

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LEAD Lead climbing involves a wall around 15-20 metres in height and a climbing route with 40-60 holds/movements.

Athletes climb with a rope and clip into safety points along the way up. Lead climbing tests endurance and pacing.

Climbers aim to ‘Top’ the climb by clipping the rope into the final safety point at the top of the wall within the 6minute time period. Each hold reached is worth 1 scoring point and the athlete who climbs highest before falling or reaches the top will win the round. Only one attempt at the route can be made.

SCORING The combined score across the three disciplines is determined by multiplying the athletes’ ranking positions in Speed, Boulder and Lead. For example, 1st in Speed x 2nd in Boulder x 3rd in Lead = 1 x 2 x 3 = 6 points. The athlete with the lowest score is the winner. Since this multiplication system favours low numbers, athletes will be vying to rank 1st in their favoured discipline. It’s also worth noting that an athlete’s final ranking is greatly influenced by the relative rankings of their fellow competitors in this system!

Ones to watch: Janja Garnbret (SLO) and Tomoa Narasaki (JPN) are seeded first for the Games. Great Britain’s Shauna Coxsey stands in good stead for a medal as third seed in the women’s event.

I have a media accreditation for Tokyo 2020, so I am looking forward to watching the action live and reporting on Sport Climbing’s inaugural Olympics, when it takes place in 2021! page 18

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All photos: Chris Prescott, Dark Sky Media

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ROCK SHOE BUYING GUIDE Rock climbing is all about footwork, so choosing a pair of climbing shoes

may be the most important move you make. The design, shape and materials vary according to the kind of climbing they’ve been made for.

Our guide will help you find the ideal shoe and the best fit for you.

COMFORT

Ideal for: Beginner climbers; all-day comfort on multi-pitch climbs.

Design: Flat and straight-lasted for comfort. They often use a very durable rubber. The midsole is usually medium-stiff to give a supportive platform.

Fit: When starting out it’s important not to be seduced into getting a tight ‘technical’ fit. Fit shoes so that your toes touch the end, slightly curled but not crammed in.

ALL ROUND

Ideal for: Improving climbers moving up the grades; multi-discipline all-rounders.

Design: More asymmetric and sometimes slightly downturned. Angled heels load power onto the toe.

Thinner, stickier rubber and more flexible midsoles give better sensitivity.

Fit: Improving climbers will appreciate the extra precision and edging power you get from snug fitting shoes and a slightly crimped toe position.

TOP TIPS FOR FITTING ROCK SHOES

• Shoes made from unlined leather will stretch with use (up to a full size). Nonstretch synthetic materials or lined leathers should stay true to the original size.

• Rubber is the interface between you and the rock, and often your main defence against gravity! Harder compounds offer better durability and edging performance; softer rubbers give better friction but less solidity on edges.

• Lacing gives precise adjustment down the length of the foot. Hook-and-loop (e.g. Velcro) tabs are quicker and easier to adjust. This is especially good for tight-fit bouldering shoes, allowing easy removal between problems.

• Whether lace or Velcro, make sure there is scope for tighter adjustment, in case the uppers stretch over time.

• Keep an open mind on size. You may need to go up or down from your usual street shoe size, depending on the brand and fit required.

Brand

Model

Adidas Five Ten Boreal Boreal Boreal La Sportiva Adidas Five Ten La Sportiva Scarpa Scarpa Scarpa Scarpa Tenaya Tenaya Tenaya Adidas Five Ten Adidas Five Ten La Sportiva La Sportiva La Sportiva Scarpa Scarpa Tenaya

Kirigami Joker Lace Joker Plus Velcro Kids’ Ninja Jr. Vent Tarantula Anasazi Lace Katana Vapor V Maestro Arpia Veloce Oasi Oasi LV Masai Dragon VCS Hiangle Theory Solution Otaki Instinct VS Drago Mastia

Ideal for: Experienced climbers at the top grades; high-performance specialists.

Design: These shoes are asymmetric and downturned, putting the foot in a ‘talon-like’ shape which allows force to be exerted on micro-edges, overhangs and roofs.

Fit: Go for a precise fit that puts maximum power on minimal holds. Heel fit is also important, especially on boulder problems that call for heel-hooking.

• Feet swell slightly through the day, so try rock shoes in the afternoon or after a walk. Remember you’ll be wearing them without socks.

• Ensure shoes are laced or fastened securely to eliminate dead space. Focus on the forefoot, but aim for a snug heel as well.

• Check that the shoe’s heel cup contours comfortably around the ankle bone and doesn’t dig in to the Achilles.

• Test shoes in-store. Stand on holds or edges using different parts of the foot, including the big toe, inside forefoot and outside forefoot. Check they feel stable, with no rotation around the foot.

• Rock shoes perform best when fitted snugly, but remember the old Five Ten motto: Pain is Insane! Don’t fit them too tightly; modern rock shoes will give you the performance without the pain.

Price

Category

Upper

Lining

Rubber

£74.99 £79.99 £89.99 £39.99 £74.99 £119.99 £129.99 £129.99 £124.99 £119.99 £114.99 £124.99 £124.99 £124.99 £129.99 £119.99 £144.99 £144.99 £144.99 £134.99 £124.99 £144.99

Comfort Comfort Comfort Comfort Comfort All Round All Round All Round All Round All Round Indoor All Round All Round All Round Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance

Microfibre Suede & Microfibre Suede & Microfibre Knitted Textile Suede Synthetic Leather Microfibre & Suede Microfibre Eco Suede Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre & Suede Microfibre & Suede Microfibre & Suede Microfibre Microfibre Microfibre

No Yes Yes No Fore Yes Yes No Yes Yes No Yes No Yes No No No Yes Yes No No No

Stealth C4 Zenith Quattro Zenith Quattro Zenith Quattro FriXion Black Stealth C4 Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Grip 2 Scarpa S-72 Vibram XS Grip Vibram XS Grip Vibram XS Grip Stealth HF Stealth C4 Vibram XS Grip 2 Vibram XS Grip 2 Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Grip 2 Vibram XS Grip

Closure Asymmetry Downturn

Stiffness Sensitivity

Velcro Lace Velcro Velcro Velcro Lace Velcro Velcro Lace Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Lace Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro

Medium Medium Stiff Soft Stiff Medium Medium Medium Stiff Medium Soft Medium Medium Medium Soft Medium Soft Medium Stiff Stiff Soft Stiff

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Low Low Low Very Low Low Medium Medium Medium Low Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium High Low High High Medium Medium High High

Low Low Low None Low Low Low Medium Low Low Medium Medium Medium Medium High High High High Medium Medium High High

Medium Medium Low Medium Low Medium Medium Medium Low Medium High High High Medium High High High High Medium Medium High High

Fit Medium Wide Wide Medium Medium Narrow Medium Narrow Wide Medium Wide Medium Narrow Medium Narrow/Medium Narrow/Medium Medium Medium Medium Medium/Wide Narrow Wide

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ROCK SHOES Boreal Joker Plus Velcro £89.99 COMFORT An impressive all-rounder, the Joker Plus boasts a brilliant fit, triple strap closure and an enhanced rubber compound that’ll perform indoors and out.

• Triple Velcro strap closure • Padded Cushioned Heel System • Anti-deformation midsole • Integrated Rand System heel unit • Ultra sticky Boreal Zenith Quattro rubber sole • 255g (single shoe size 7.5) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 11, 12 Code 135610 Women’s Sizes: 4 - 7.5 Code 135612

Boreal Joker Lace £79.99 COMFORT With long laces for a customisable fit and Integrated Rand System that keeps the heel secure, the Joker brings comfort and performance together with great success.

• Long lace system allows customisable fit • Cushioned Heel System • Anti-deformation midsole • Integrated Rand System heel unit • Ultra sticky Boreal Zenith Quattro rubber sole • 235g (single shoe size 7.5) Men’s Sizes: 6 - 11, 12 Code 135609 Women’s Sizes: 3.5 - 7.5 Code 135611

La Sportiva Tarantula £74.99 COMFORT The Tarantula offers superb comfort and moisture management to keep feet happy however long you climb for. Featuring FriXion rubber, it’ll perform admirably whether you’re climbing indoors or out.

• Suede leather uppers • Double Velcro strap closure • LaSpoFlex 1.8mm midsole • Slightly asymmetric fit • FriXion Black rubber for long-lasting performance • 240g (single shoe size 42) Men’s Sizes: 40 - 45 Code 135508 Women’s Sizes: 36 - 41 Code 135509

Adidas Five Ten Kirigami £74.99 COMFORT Ideal for beginners and those wanting a foot-friendly option for their endurance sessions, the neutral fit, wide rounded toe box and padded tongue make them easy to wear from the word go.

• Synthetic microfibre upper • Double Velcro strap closure • Extended rubber on the toe • Medium flex midsole • Stealth C4 rubber gives high friction and sensitivity • 228g (single shoe size 8.5) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 11, 12 Code 135325 Women’s Sizes: 4 - 8 Code 135327

Boreal Kids’ Ninja Jr. Vent £39.99 COMFORT An excellent choice for budding climbers, featuring lightweight, breathable, synthetic knitted uppers and a heel that can be adjusted over two sizes to accommodate any growth spurts.

• Synthetic knitted textile upper • Wide Velcro strap closure • Adjustable heel - adjusts over two sizes • Padded Cushioned Heel System • Grippy Boreal Zenith Quattro rubber sole • 160g (single shoe size 30) Sizes: 29-30, 31-32, 33-34, 35-36, 37-38 Code 135615

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La Sportiva Katana £129.99 ALL ROUND The Katana has achieved legendary status. A technical shoe that climbs equally well on long routes and boulders, it is sensitive, precise and structured to perform at the highest level.

• Opposing Velcro straps for easy closure • Lorica synthetic toe box eliminates stretch • Prehensile area under toe for support • LaSpoFlex 1.1mm full-length midsole • Vibram XS Edge provides maximum edging support • 235g (single shoe size 42) Men’s Sizes: 39 - 45 Code 135502 Women’s Sizes: 36 - 41 Code 135505

Scarpa Vapor V £129.99 ALL ROUND With updated materials and design refinements, Scarpa has made the Vapor V more comfortable. Offering confident smearing with refined toe power, it makes an excellent choice for the mixed-discipline climber.

• Dual Velcro strap closure • Rubber on the toe for toe hooking durability • Bi-Tension active randing adds subtle tension • Full-length Talyn 1mm insert spreads force • Vibram XS Edge provides maximum edging support • 240g (single shoe size 41) Men’s Sizes: 40 - 46 Code 135120 Women’s Sizes: 36 - 41 Code 135123

Scarpa Veloce £114.99 INDOOR Choose the Veloce for indoor training sessions. Snug in the heel, with less pain in the forefoot, comfort comes from the broader, anatomically shaped toe box; performance comes from the Power Absorbing Fit tension system.

• Velcro strap system for fast on/off • Roomier anatomic toe box for comfort • M-50 toe cap for toe-hooking durability • Power Absorbing Fit heel tension system • S-72 rubber is Scarpa’s softest, stickiest rubber • 195g (single shoe size 42) Men’s Sizes: 40 - 45 Code 135125 Women’s Sizes: 37 - 40 Code 135126

Tenaya Oasi £124.99 ALL ROUND A performance-orientated all-rounder, with the Oasi you’ll experience climbing success on vert walls and indoor overhangs alike. The toe-box angle and aggressive curve allows the heel to sit lower in the shoe, enhancing sensitivity and control.

• Draxtor Velcro closure system • Bi-directional two-layer Lycra tongue • GI 1.8 and TST 150 double midsole • Maximises transmission of power to the feet • Vibram XS Grip 3.5mm is super sticky • 170g (single shoe size 7) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 11 Code 135901 Women’s Sizes: 3.5 - 7 Code 135902

Scarpa Maestro £124.99 ALL ROUND For multi-pitch or big wall climbing, choose the Maestro! Thanks to a host of Scarpa technologies, it offers integral support to the foot, stability for the smallest edges and enough flex for smearing.

• Quick-lace system to the toe equalises pressure • Supportive IPC Tension active randing system • Full-length 1.1mm plastic insert spreads force • Vibram XS Edge rubber full-length sole • Vibram XS Grip 2 rubber heel underlay • 285g (single shoe size 42) Sizes: 40 - 45 Code 135118

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ROCK SHOES La Sportiva Theory £144.99 PERFORMANCE Your new weapon on the wall, the Theory is perfectly adapted for modern indoor climbing holds. With a D-Tech construction, the sole wraps around the sides of the shoe, eliminating side edges to provide enhanced sensitivity, dynamic support and volume compression.

• Upper Velcro closure band for tension adjustment • Exclusive Dynamic Technology (D-Tech) construction • Provides dynamic support, compression and adherence • P3 - Permanent Power Platform maintains downturn • Vibram XS Grip 2 is super sticky for smearing and edging • 200g (single shoe size 42) Sizes: 40 - 44 Code 135512

La Sportiva Solution £144.99 PERFORMANCE Soft. Precise. Revolutionary. Powerfully downturned yet not pinching or restrictive, this shoe is in its element on steep rock. Packed with technology, it offers excellent grip on heel and toe hooks. This really could be the Solution to all your problems…

• Fast Lacing System with Velcro closure • P3 - Permanent Power Platform maintains downturn • Lock Harness surrounds foot for support when hooking • Moulded 3D heel cup in ultra-grip rubber • Vibram XS Grip 2 is super sticky for smearing and edging • 255g (single shoe size 42) Men’s Sizes: 39 - 44 Code 135503 Women’s Sizes: 36 - 41 Code 135511

Scarpa Instinct VS £134.99 PERFORMANCE These performance-driven shoes excel on technical terrain. The elastic band and Velcro strap give a snug, secure fit while the Bi-Tension active randing system ensures success on the smallest edges.

• Snug slipper style with Velcro strap • Downturned toe for precise placement • Bi-Tension active randing adds subtle tension • Hand-constructed heel with Vibram XS Grip 2 rubber • Vibram XS Edge provides maximum edging support • 230g (single shoe size 42) Men’s Sizes: 40 - 44 Code 135115 Women’s Sizes: 36 - 40 Code 135122

Adidas Five Ten Hiangle £119.99 PERFORMANCE Five Ten refined the Hiangle, finessing its climbing performance on steep, aggressive terrain. Now with a redesigned heel fully encased in rubber, increased rand tensioning, and a new split-sole design, it expertly balances sensitivity and support.

• Snug slipper style with Velcro strap • Increased rand tensioning • Redesigned heel, more rubber for sensitivity • Split sole aids flexibility in the midfoot • Stealth C4 rubber gives high friction • 250g (single shoe size 8) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 11 Code 135324 Women’s Sizes: 4 - 7.5 Code 135326

Scarpa Drago £124.99 PERFORMANCE The Drago is soft and sensitive, but thanks to the single lock down strap, patented foot wrap system, powerful heel and impressive friction, it allows maximum use of the foot for performance on the hardest boulders, sport climbs and competition routes.

• Single lock-down Velcro strap • Patented foot wrap system • Toe Power Support insert under forefoot • Power Connection Band transfers power from toe to heel • Vibram XS Grip 2 is super sticky for smearing and edging • 200g (single shoe size 42) Sizes: 40 - 45 Code 135117

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HARNESSES

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Black Diamond Solution £69.99 A superior harness for sport climbing. Fusion Comfort Technology distributes weight evenly and reduces pressure points for comfort that lasts as long as you do!

• Speed waistbelt buckle • Fusion Comfort Technology distributes load evenly • Contoured fit gives a superior range of motion • Four gear loops • Fixed leg loops • 330g (M) Men’s Sizes: S - L Code 133020 Women’s Sizes: XS - M Code 133021

Arc’teryx AR-395a £119.99 With a streamlined design that offers unrivalled climbing comfort, the AR-395a is the perfect all-rounder. Use on summer sport trips and ice climbs alike.

• Warp Strength Technology effectively disperses pressure • Self-locking waist and leg buckles • Four reversible gear loops • Four ice clipper slots • Adjustable leg loops • 395g (M) Sizes: S - L Code 133309

DMM Mithril & Venture £69.99 For reliable climbing performance across the seasons, these harnesses are ideal. Fully adjustable to accommodate varying layers, they include five gear loops and two ice clipper slots for efficient racking.

• Ventilated padding for comfort • SlideLock waist and leg buckles • Five gear loops • Two ice clipper slots • Adjustable leg loops • 365g (M) Men’s Mithril Sizes: S - L Code 133604 Women’s Venture Sizes: S - M Code 133605

Petzl Fly £96.99 Use this ultralight harness for technical mountaineering and ski touring. The waistbelt and leg loop foam can be removed, a sliding toggle lock replaces the traditional metal waistbelt buckle and it can be donned while wearing skis or crampons.

• Fuseframe technology with removable foam • Innovative buckle-free construction • Waistbelt sliding toggle lock • Leg loops adjust with a girth hitch • Two gear loops • 95g w/out foam, 120g w/ foam (M/L) Sizes: S/M, M/L or L/X Code 133519

Petzl Adjama & Luna £82.50 Get comfort and performance for climbing and mountaineering yearround. The waist and leg loops can be adjusted, while five gear loops make racking easy for single and multi-pitch routes alike.

• Endoframe technology distributes weight evenly • Padded waist belt and leg loops • DoubleBack waist buckles • Five gear loops (two rigid, three flexible) • Adjustable leg loops • 485g (M) Men’s Adjama Sizes: S - L Code 133516 Women’s Luna Sizes: XS - M Code 133517

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HARNESSES Black Diamond Momentum Package £84.99 The ultimate package to get you climbing, featuring BD’s new Momentum harness, their proven ATC-XP belay device, a locking carabiner and more!

• BD Momentum harness • BD ATC-XP belay device • BD screwgate locking carabiner • BD Mojo chalk bag • BD White Gold chalk • 302g (M – harness only) Men’s Sizes: S - XL Code 133023 Women’s Sizes: XS - L Code 133024

Black Diamond Momentum 3S £59.99 Get versatility and climbing performance at a great price. Comfortable, padded and quick-to-adjust, it features pre-threaded waistbelt and leg loop buckles.

• Pre-threaded Speed waist buckle • Bullhorn waist with Dual Core Construction • Adjustable drop seat • Four gear loops • Speed leg loop buckles • 322g (M) Men’s Sizes: S - XL Code 133025 Women’s Sizes: XS - L Code 133026

Edelrid Jay & Jayne £54.99 Whether sport, ice or alpine climbing is your forte, these harnesses will excel.

With a precise fit, movable padding ensures the tie-in point is always centred and the gear loops are just where you want them.

• 3D mesh padding for optimal support • Moveable waist centres and aligns tie-in point • Slide Block waist buckle • Adjustable leg loops • Four gear loops, two ice screw slots • 435g (M) Men’s Jay Sizes: S - L Code 133415 Women’s Jayne Sizes: XS - M Code 133416

Petzl Corax £57.99 With adjustable waist and leg buckles and high-capacity rear gear loops, this comfortable, all-season harness is ideal for rock climbing, mountaineering and via ferrata.

• Frame construction distributes weight evenly • Pressure points lined with soft fabric • DoubleBack waist buckles • Four gear loops (two rigid, two flexible) • Adjustable leg loops • 540g (size 2) Colours: Methyl Blue (940) or Gray (906) Sizes: 1 or 2 Code 133515

Petzl Ouistiti £57.99 The Ouistiti is a full body kids’ climbing harness.

Comfortable and secure, the colour-coded semi-rigid structure is easy to put on and DoubleBack buckles are quick to adjust.

• Full body harness with semi-rigid structure • Quilted closed-cell foam for comfort • Reinforced front tie-in point • Shoulder straps with DoubleBack buckles • DoubleBack buckles on rear of harness • 410g Code 133518

Black Diamond Kids’ Momentum £44.99 BD’s premium kids’ harness, built with the same technology and features as the adult model, for a comfortable, secure fit and proven climbing performance.

• Pre-threaded Speed Adjust waist buckle • OpenAir waist with Dual Core construction • TrakFIT leg loop adjustments • Adjustable drop seat • Two gear loops • 224g Code 133027

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HELMETS

Black Diamond Vision MIPS £149.99 To maximise climbing safety, this helmet features cutting-edge MIPS Technology. Increasing protection against angled impacts, it absorbs and redirects energies and forces to the helmet that would otherwise be transmitted to the brain.

• Multi-directional Impact Protection System • Protective polycarbonate shell top • EPP and EPS dual foam construction • Strategically placed ventilation ports • Ratchet adjuster • 250g (M/L) Colour: Black (901) Sizes: S/M or M/L Code 134008

Black Diamond Vision £89.99 Meet BD’s most durable foam helmet, featuring a tough polycarbonate shell, dual foam construction and improved side and rear coverage to increase protection further.

• Protective polycarbonate shell top • EPP and EPS dual foam construction • Strategically placed ventilation ports • Low-profile suspension system • Ratchet adjuster • 225g (M/L) Colours: Hyper Red (960) or Astral (940) Sizes: S/M or M/L Code 134009

Black Diamond Women’s Vision £89.99 A women’s specific version of the Vision, BD’s most durable foam helmet. With a tough polycarbonate shell, dual foam construction and improved side and rear coverage for increased protection.

• Protective polycarbonate shell top • EPP and EPS dual foam construction • Strategically placed ventilation ports • Low-profile suspension system • Ratchet adjuster • 215g (S/M) Colour: Bordeaux (960) Size: S/M Code 134010

Black Diamond Half Dome £54.99 The durable and protective Half Dome helmet features a low-profile suspension system with a fit adjustment dial that can be used one-handed, for comfort and simplicity.

• Low-profile polycarbonate shell • Co-moulded EPS foam • Low-profile suspension system • Adjustment dial can be used one-handed • Lightweight headlamp clips • 350g (M/L) Colours: Slate (906), Rain (910) or Orange (980) Sizes: M/L (S/M or M/L Rain) Code 134007

Black Diamond Women’s Half Dome £54.99 With a female-specific fit and low-profile shell that can accommodate a ponytail, the women’s Half Dome offers enhanced comfort without compromising on safety.

• Low-profile polycarbonate shell • Co-moulded EPS foam • Ponytail compatible design • Adjustment dial can be used one-handed • Lightweight headlamp clips • 330g (S/M) Colour: Caspian (940) Size: S/M Code 134006

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HELMETS Petzl Sirocco £104.99 The Sirocco has a vented EPP foam body to protect against lateral and rear impact while keeping weight to a minimum.

A polycarbonate crown and compact EPS foam liner reinforce the top of the helmet.

• Top of helmet: polycarbonate crown and EPS foam liner • Vented EPP foam perimeter absorbs lateral and rear impact • Removable quilted comfort foam pads • Headband system adapts to all head shapes • Magnetic buckle can be used one-handed • 170g (M/L) Colour: Black/Orange (901) Sizes: S/M or M/L Code 134515

Petzl Meteor £77.50 The Meteor offers enhanced protection for climbing, mountaineering and ski touring. Lightweight, low profile and ventilated, it’s comfortable for both summer and winter.

• Lightweight polycarbonate shell • In-Mould EPS foam construction • Adjustable headband and chinstrap • Large ventilation holes • Compatible with goggles • 240g (M/L) Colours: Red (960) or Violet (950) Sizes: S/M (Violet) or M/L (Red) Code 134517

Petzl Boreo £53.50 Ideal for climbing, mountaineering and caving, the Boreo features a tough ABS shell and an EPP and EPS foam liner underneath for reinforced protection against lateral, front and rear impact.

• Extremely durable ABS shell • Expanded EPP foam and EPS foam liner • Foam and liner absorb impact by deformation • Quick and easy headband adjustment • Ventilation holes • 295g (M/L) Colours: Grey (906), Blue (940) or White (910) Sizes: M/L (S/M or M/L White) Code 134516

Petzl Borea £53.50 The women’s specific Borea is suitable for climbing, caving and mountaineering. Compact and head-covering, the hybrid construction offers reinforced protection against lateral, front and rear impact.

• Extremely durable ABS shell • EPP foam and EPS foam liner • Foam and liner absorb impact by deformation • Adjustable Omega headband system • Notch to accommodate a ponytail • 295g (S/M) Colour: Violet (950) Size: S/M Code 134518

Grivel Stealth HS £69.99 Choose the Stealth HS for climbing and alpinism. Featuring shock-absorbing EPS foam covered by a polycarbonate shell for increased durability. Simple to adjust, the straps tuck into the helmet for compact storage.

• Low-profile polycarbonate shell • Co-moulded EPS foam • Chinstrap with under-ear buckle • Ventilation holes maximise airflow • Four headlamp clips • 292g Colour: Yellow (975) Code 134101

Petzl Picchu £43.50 The Picchu is a lightweight, comfortable helmet for climbing kids. It has all the features of an adult helmet but for versatility is certified for both climbing and cycling.

• Moulded EPS foam for shock absorption • Extremely durable ABS shell • Adjustable headband and chinstrap • Ventilation ports • Reflective stickers included • 310g Colour: Coral (981) Code 134505

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CARABINERS & QUICKDRAWS Edelrid Bulletproof HMS Screw FG £21.99 The innovative Bulletproof HMS is a robust carabiner which has a steel insert at its apex to maximise durability and prevent premature wear.

• Steel insert prevents premature wear • H-Profile for best strength to weight ratio • Spring bar holds carabiner in place when belaying • Clean keylock nose • 24mm gate opening • 84g Strength: 23kN closed 7kN open 8kN minor axis Code 126410

Black Diamond RockLock Twistlock £15.99 BD’s largest locking belay and rappel carabiner. With an auto-locking Twistlock sleeve, it’s one-hand operable and ideal for daily climbing sessions.

• Hot forged for strength and lightness • Auto-locking Twistlock sleeve • Slightly curved spine maximises gate opening • One-hand operable • 24mm gate opening • 89g Strength: 24kN closed 8kN open 8kN minor axis Code 126013

DMM Aero Screwgate £11.99 Use this best-selling carabiner for all forms of climbing.

The Aero screwgate is superb value as a belay builder and general workhorse.

• Hot forged I Beam construction • Classic locking carabiner • Gate bend aids rope clipping • Clean keylock nose • 19mm gate opening • 59g Strength: 25kN closed 7kN open 10kN minor axis Code 126606

Black Diamond HotWire Quickpack - 6 Pack £64.99 This six-pack of HotWire 12cm quickdraws is excellent value for money: giving full wiregate performance with a hot forged construction for strength and lightness.

• HotWire wiregate carabiners • Hot forged for strength and lightness • Dogbone sling with Straitjacket insert • Orange HotWire acts as visual target • 27mm gate opening • 94g Strength: 24kN closed 8kN open 8kN minor axis Code 127013

DMM Shadow Quickdraws - 6 Pack A six-pack of Shadow quickdraws, ideal for redpointing and onsighting sport routes. Hot forged for strength, with clean keylock noses for smooth clipping.

• Shadow straight gate for bolt clipping • Shadow bent gate for rope clipping • Contrasting carabiner colours to aid ID • Shadow Straight - 20mm gate opening • Shadow Bent - 25mm gate opening • 103g/113g (12cm/18cm) Strength: 24kN closed 10kN open 9kN minor axis 12cm Sling £99.99 Code 127619 18cm Sling £102.99 Code 127620

DMM Alpha Sport Quickdraws Two carabiners combine to make clipping both bolt and rope quicker and more secure. Easy to grab on redpoint duty, this is the top sport climbing quickdraw.

• Alpha Pro for bolt clipping • Alpha Clip for rope clipping • Variable width 26mm nylon sling • Alpha Pro - 22mm gate opening • Alpha Clip - 25mm gate opening • 115/117g (12cm/18cm) Strength: 24kN closed 9kN open 8kN minor axis 12cm Sling £23.99 Code 127609 18cm Sling £24.50 Code 127610

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CARABINERS & QUICKDRAWS DMM Spectre 2 Wiregate £7.50 This versatile wiregate is suitable for trad, sport and winter climbing. An I Beam construction reduces weight and a shrouded nose reduces snagging.

• Hot forged I Beam construction • Generous rope radii for smooth rope running • Shrouded nose reduces snagging • Wiregate reduces weight • 23mm gate opening • 33g Strength: 24kN closed/9kN open/8kN minor axis Colours: Titanium (906) or Red (960) Code 126601

Black Diamond MiniWire £7.99 The hot forged MiniWire is the lightest, fully functional carabiner in BD’s range, designed to help minimise weight on long trad and alpine routes.

• Clean modern design • Hot forged for strength and lightness • Optimised nose for efficient clipping • Wiregate minimises weight • 21mm gate opening • 23g Strength: 20kN closed/7kN open/7kN minor axis Colours: Octane (980), Light Grey (908) or Ultra Pink (968) Code 126015

Edelrid Nineteen G Wiregate £8.99 Simply the lightest full-strength carabiner in the world!

Edelrid has broken the 20g barrier while maintaining excellent performance characteristics.

• Ultralight construction • Strong aluminium alloy • Hardening treatment for durability • Wiregate reduces gate whiplash in a fall • 17mm gate opening • 19.5g Strength: 20kN closed/7kN open/7kN minor axis Colours: Slate (906), Yellow (975), Red (960), Violet (950), Green (930) or Icemint (940) Code 126404 Six Colour Pack £49.99 Code 126405

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DMM Spectre 2 Quickdraws If you’re building a rack, the Spectre 2 Quickdraws are a great place to start. Full sized for easy handling, the wire gates and I Beam constructions help keep weight down.

• Hot forged I Beam construction • Generous rope radii for smooth rope running • Shrouded nose reduces snagging • 11mm Dyneema slings • 23mm gate openings • 75g/77g/80g (12cm/18cm/25cm) Strength: 24kN closed 9kN open/8kN minor axis 12cm Sling Set £14.99 Code 127602 18cm Sling Set £15.50 Code 127603 25cm Sling Set £15.99 Code 127604 Trad 5 pack £67.50 Code 127606

Beta Stick Evo Designed for remote clipping, these telescopic poles make it easy to attach and remove a quickdraw from a bolt; securely retaining the carabiner, optimising gate opening and releasing smoothly.

• Telescopic pole with a stiff, durable construction • Securely holds carabiner with gate open • Capacity for lasso clipping and quickdraw removal • Extended length: 238cm/374cm/648cm • Stored length: 55cm/74cm/113cm Ultra Compact £49.99 Code 128903 Super Standard £54.99 Code 128904 Ultra Long £64.99 Code 128905

Ultra Compact

DMM Phantom Quickdraws Seriously impressive quickdraws for trad climbers, Phantoms represent the ultimate combination of lightness, strength and functionality.

• Hot forged I Beam construction • Rope groove maintains rope position • Clean keylock nose • 11mm Dyneema slings • 21mm gate openings • 65g/67g/70g/76g (12cm/18cm/25cm/60cm) Strength: 23kN closed 9kN open/7kN minor axis 12cm Sling £18.99 Code 127600 18cm Sling £19.50 Code 127601 25cm Sling £19.99 Code 127611 60cm Alpine £22.99 Code 127618

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PROTECTION & SLINGS

DMM Dragonfly Cams For the narrowest cracks and smallest pockets, you need these micro cams; featuring an ergonomic thumb loop, flexible stem and compact trigger to aid those tricky placements.

• Hot forged TripleGrip cam lobes • Raw Alu lobe surface performs on slick rock • Flexible stem cable minimises walking • Ergonomic thumb loop and trigger • Extendable 11mm Dynatec sling • Six sizes cover 7.4mm - 28.3mm range Sizes 1 - 6 £66.99 each Code 125643 - 648

Black Diamond Camalot Z4 Cams The Camalot Z4s boast a patent-pending single stem design. It won’t bend while under tension and retracted, but once placed, the stem can move so the cam stays put and doesn’t walk when pulled.

• Sandblasted lobes for better holding power • Patent-pending RigidFlex Trigger stem • Stays rigid in-hand for easy placement • Flexes once placed to reduce walking • OmniFlex cable construction • Seven sizes cover 7.5mm - 42.1mm range Sizes 0.0 - 0.75 £74.99 each Code 125048 - 054

DMM Dragon Cams Dragon Cams boast hot forged TripleGrip cam lobes to give maximum holding power and improved torsional rigidity for impressive performance even in sub-optimal placements.

• Hot forged TripleGrip cam lobes • Raw Alu lobe surface performs on slick rock • Tried and trusted 13.75° camming angle • Extendable 8mm Dynatec slings • Colour coded for easy ID • Eight sizes cover 14mm - 114mm range

Sizes 00 - 1 Sizes 2 - 4 Size 5 Size 6 Set 00, 0 & 1 Set 2, 3 & 4

£69.99 each £74.99 each £79.99 £84.99 £199.99 £209.99

Code 125632 - 634 Code 125635 - 637 Code 125638 Code 125639 Code 125640 Code 125641

Black Diamond Camalot C4 Cams These best-selling cams are lightweight yet durable, streamlined and sculpted. The cam lobes achieve an optimal strength to weight ratio, and wide triggers aid handling.

• Lightweight sculpted lobes • Double-axle design offers widest range • C-Loop cable stem is strong and durable • Wider trigger for better handling • Colour coded for easy ID • Eight sizes cover 13.8mm - 114.7mm range Sizes 0.3 - 0.75 £69.99 each Code 125039 - 042 Size 1 - 2 £74.99 each Code 125043 - 044 Size 3 £84.99 Code 125045 Size 4 £89.99 Code 125046 Set 0.5, 0.75, 1, 2 £259.99 Code 125047

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PROTECTION & SLINGS DMM Halfnut Set 1 - 7 £84.99 DMM took their Wallnuts and chopped them in half! Lightweight single wire nuts with reduced widths, they provide increased stability in shallow placements, excel in pin scars and are ideal for climbs where every gram counts.

• Lightweight single wire nuts • Reduced width aids stability in shallow placements • Unique shape increases placement options • 38% lighter than equivalent DMM Wallnut • Colour coded for easy ID Code 125652

DMM Wallnuts The subtle curves of DMM’s Wallnuts provide three stable points of contact while the dovetail shape allows for secure placement in shallow flares.

• Classic shaped alloy nut • Grooved faces improve security • Forged back scoop • Recessed wires improve durability • Colour coded for easy ID Sizes 1 - 6 £10.99 each Code 125601 - 606 Sizes 7 - 8 £11.50 each Code 125607 - 608 Sizes 9 - 11 £11.99 each Code 125609 - 611 Set 00 - 3/4 £37.50 Code 125649 Set 1 - 6 £57.50 Code 125614 Set 7 - 11 £52.50 Code 125615 Set 1 - 11 £99.99 Code 125616

DMM HB Alloy Offset Set 7 - 11 £54.99 A set of HB Alloy Offsets, sizes 7 - 11. Passive protection, they’re ideal for protecting the irregular and flared cracks that regular nuts cannot. Each size has a robust 12kN strength rating and is colour coded for easy ID. • Offset alloy nuts • Asymmetrical taper aids stability • Can be placed in two orientations • Grooved faces improve security • Recessed wires improve durability Code 125650

DMM Torque Nut Set 1 - 4 £64.99 A set of DMM’s Torque nuts, sizes 1 - 4. These passive protection pieces work well in normal crack placements but come into their own when used in a camming position.

• Large camming nuts • Extendable double Dyneema sling • Anodised for corrosion prevention • Colour coded for easy ID • Four sizes cover a wide range Code 125617

DMM Dynatec Daisy Chain 11mm £23.99 A big wall essential, this specialist piece of aid climbing equipment is designed to be full strength end to end and the pockets are to hold body weight only.

• Daisy chain for aid climbing • 11mm Dyneema • 135cm length Strength: 22kN Pocket Strength: 2kN Code 130603

DMM Nutbuster £11.99 A refined nut key, laser cut from stainless steel with a curved and tapered blade. The comfortable rubber handle cover can be removed to reveal a 17mm spanner.

• Laser cut from stainless steel • Lightening holes reduce weight • Removable rubber handle cover • 17mm spanner beneath handle cover • Narrow profile aids deep placement access Code 125620

DMM Dynatec Sling 11mm Providing an optimum balance of durability, weight and performance, these 11mm Dynatec Dyneema slings are ideal for all-round use.

• Mid-weight 11mm Dyneema sling • Enables use of narrow threads Strength: 22kN 30cm £4.99 Code 130607 60cm £6.99 Code 130604 120cm £10.99 Code 130605 240cm £18.99 Code 130606

Petzl Connect The Connect Adjust is a positioning lanyard with an adjustable arm; the versatile design makes it suitable for a range of climbing situations.

• Ergonomic Adjust ascender • Positioning lanyard with adjustable arm • Connector held in position to aid clipping • 125g/160g (single/dual) Adjust £38.99 Code 130500 Adjust Dual £48.50 Code 130501

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CLIMBING ROPES BUYING GUIDE A dynamic climbing rope will link together your entire safety chain, and could be the thread that saves your life when you fall. With so much riding on this piece of equipment, it’s important to choose the most appropriate one for the kind of climbing you’re doing. The three main considerations are the type of rope; the length; and whether or not it should be dry treated.

TYPE OF ROPE

Single Ropes Single ropes are suitable to be used on their own. They are simple to use for both lead climber and belayer. Single ropes are ideal when the route follows a fairly straight line, so choose one for sport climbing, indoor walls (leading or top-roping) and short straight-up trad climbs.

Twin Ropes Here the climber uses two very thin (<8mm) ropes which must both be clipped together to the same protection. The benefit is that they’re lighter than half ropes, and can be used to do full rope-length abseils compared to single ropes. Pure twin ropes are rarely used in the UK.

Half (Double) Ropes Half ropes can be clipped independently to keep each line running straight on wandering, traditionally-protected routes. This reduces the ‘zig-zag’ effect (and rope drag) you’d get with a single rope. Half ropes can also be knotted together for full-length abseils.

Confidence Ropes The walker’s confidence rope is suitable for short-roping nervous members of a party over steep or rocky ground. Made from a lightweight static rope, it is not suitable for rock climbing.

CHOOSING A CLIMBING ROPE LENGTH

The length you choose depends on the kind of climbing you’re doing.

Indoor Climbing Many indoor climbing centres have lead walls between 10m and 15m high. Therefore, a 30m or 40m single rope should be ideal for most indoor climbing centres.

Longer ropes increase the chance of tangles and will take longer to re-coil at the end of the session!

Sport Climbing Many outdoor routes are significantly longer than those found indoors and it’s worthwhile having more than enough rope for any given route. 50m is a minimum; 60m covers most situations; 70m is good for longer pitches; and 80m will allow you to tackle longer extensions.

DRY TREATMENT

Untreated ropes can shrink by 10% when wet. As the nylon shortens, the rope becomes less dynamic (stretchy), which increases the impact force. This increases the chance of ripping protection and/or a bigger shock to the body in the event of a fall. Soaked and frozen ropes can also be unmanageable. So for any adventurous trad, alpine or winter climbing, a dry treatment is essential. Look for ‘Dry’ ropes with Brand

Model

Diameter

Edelrid

Swift Protect Pro Dry

8.9mm

Edelrid

Kinglet

9.2mm

Edelrid

Eagle Lite

9.5mm

Edelrid

Parrot

9.8mm

Edelrid

Serpent

Edelrid Edelrid

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Lengths (m)

Type

Trad Climbing 50m ropes save weight and reduce rope faff on shorter rock pitches. However, 60m lengths may allow you to reach and attach to better belay stances. They also allow longer abseils which can be crucial on winter and alpine climbs. As ever, longer ropes give you a greater safety margin.

the UIAA symbol; these will have a full treatment to both core and sheath, and absorb minimal amounts of water (<5% by weight).

Check out the full buying guide, including a guide to all the technical terms, here: www.ellis-brigham.com/climbing-ropes-buying-guide Ideal Usage

Dry Treatment

Impact Force (kN)

No. of Falls Sheath %

60, 70

Sport, Trad & Alpine

Core & Sheath

8.8 / 6.6 / 10.3kN

6 / 20 / 20

36%

53g/m

60, 70, 80

Sport & Indoor

-

8.8kN

7

37%

56g/m

60, 70, 80

Sport & Indoor

-

9.0kN

9

36%

62g/m

50, 60

Sport & Indoor

-

8.8kN

7

40%

62g/m

9.8mm

30, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80

Sport & Indoor

-

8.8kN

6

40%

62g/m

Kestrel Pro Dry

8.5mm

50, 60

Trad, Ice & Alpine

Core & Sheath

6.4kN

16

50%

48g/m

Confidence

8.0mm

20, 30

Walking

-

-

-

-

41g/m

-

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CLIMBING ROPES Edelrid Swift Protect Pro Dry 8.9mm A superb choice for mountain guides, alpine ascents and sport climbs where sharp edges are a known hazard, this triplecertified, Pro Dry protected rope has an aramid-reinforced sheath for markedly increased cut resistance.

• Pro Dry finish – outstanding dirt and water resistance • Aramid reinforced sheath for increased cut resistance • Impact Force: 8.8kN/6.6kN/10.3kN (single/half/twin) • Falls: 6/20/20 (single/half/twin) • 53g/m 60m £199.99 Code 137447 70m £219.99 Code 137448

Edelrid Kinglet 9.2mm Edelrid’s go-to for sport climbing, the Kinglet is a single rope with a Thermo Shield finish for excellent handling. Streamlined and supple, its 9.2mm diameter keeps the weight down.

• Thermo Shield finish for perfect handling • 3D lap coiled for immediate use without tangling • Bluesign product • Impact Force: 8.8kN • Falls: 7 • 56g/m 60m £159.99 Code 137449 70m £179.99 Code 137450 80m £209.99 Code 137451

Edelrid Eagle Lite 9.5mm This lightweight, compact single rope has a Thermo Shield finish for perfect handling. Using state-of-the-art yarns, the diameter can be reduced without compromising technical standards.

• Thermo Shield finish for perfect handling • 3D lap coiled for immediate use without tangling • Bluesign product • Impact Force: 9kN • Falls: 9 • 62g/m 60m £149.99 Code 137443 70m £169.99 Code 137444 80m £189.99 Code 137445

Edelrid Serpent 9.8mm An Ellis Brigham exclusive, the Serpent is a true all-rounder. Indoors, it can take the falls, outdoors, the excellent handling enables quick clipping and responsive belaying. Performance paired with a great price; it’s fantastic value for money.

• 9.8mm: ideal diameter for all round use • Thermo Shield finish for perfect handling • Impact Force: 8.8kN • Falls: 6 • 62g/m 30m £59.99 Code 137420 60m £109.99 Code 137423 40m £79.99 Code 137421 70m £129.99 Code 137424 50m £94.99 Code 137422 80m £149.99 Code 137425

Edelrid Parrot 9.8mm Climbing and eco-credentials combine in the Parrot. Made from high-quality yarns left over from production, the result is a one-of-a-kind single rope with great performance too.

• Unique colour and pattern combination • Thermo Shield finish for perfect handling • Impact Force: 8.8kN • Falls: 7 • 62g/m 50m £104.99 Code 137436 60m £119.99 Code 137437

Edelrid Kestrel Pro Dry 8.5mm This extremely robust half rope is a popular choice for multi-pitch routes and professional use. The Pro Dry finish gives outstanding dirt and water resistance while a thicker sheath enhances durability.

• Pro Dry finish – outstanding dirt and water resistance • 3D lap coiled for immediate use without tangling • Impact Force: 6.4kN • Falls: 16 • 48g/m Colours: Night (901), Neon Green (930), Aqua/Oasis (940) or Flame (980) 50m £129.99 Code 137446 60m £149.99 Code 137442

Edelrid Confidence 8.0mm Use this slim, lightweight static rope for reassurance on demanding terrain. It’s an essential tool for walking group leaders, particularly for safeguarding exposed sections.

• Thermo Shield finish for perfect handling • NOT FOR CLIMBING • 41g/m 20m £34.99 Code 137410 30m £49.99 Code 137411

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DMM Classic Rope Bag £49.99 A comfortable, efficient way to transport your climbing rope, harness, rack and more.

• Padded shoulder straps • Front compression straps • Internal tarp keeps rope dirt-free • Zipped valuables pocket • 650g Capacity: 32 litres Colours: Red (960) or Black (901) Code 132608

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Petzl Grigri+ £104.99 This assisted braking device is suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Particularly good for those learning how to belay, the anti-panic handle brakes and stops the descent if pulled on too hard.

• Stainless steel cam and friction plate • Aluminium side plates • Anti-panic handle - if pulled too hard it brakes and stops descent • Single ropes from 8.9mm - 10.5mm • 200g Code 128522

Petzl Grigri £72.50 Petzl’s Grigri is designed for the experienced belayer; a compact belay device with assisted braking, it can be used with a broad range of rope diameters.

• Stainless steel cam and friction plate • Aluminium side plates • Reinforced nylon handle • Single ropes from 8.5mm - 11mm • 175g Colours: Grey (906) or Red (960) Code 128523

Black Diamond ATC Pilot £39.99 This geometry-assisted belay device offers enhanced braking. Suitable for single ropes, it gives an added level of security while enabling smooth rope payout.

• Durable steel construction • Ergonomic non-slip surface • Controlled lowering • Single ropes from 8.7mm - 10.5mm • 86g Code 128011

DMM Pivot £29.99 A perfect belay device for alpine, winter and multi-pitch trad routes. When used in guide/direct mode, the lever arrangement shifts to improve handling.

• Pivot ensures easy rope control • Belay up to 2 seconds with assisted braking • Autoblock release hole • Single ropes from 8.7mm - 11mm, Half/twin ropes from 7.3mm - 9.2mm • 72g Colours: Lime (939) or Blue (940) Code 128602

Petzl Reverso £28.99 This light yet durable multi-functional belay device features Reverso mode for belaying one or two seconds; it’s ideal for cragging, multi-pitch climbing and mountaineering.

• V-shaped friction grooves for controlled braking • Rounded design of rope slots limits wear • Reverso mode for belaying one or two seconds • Single ropes from 8.5mm - 10.5mm, Half 7.1mm - 9.2mm, Twin 6.9mm - 9.2mm • 57g Colours: Green (930) or Grey (906) Code 128524

Black Diamond ATC Guide The ATC Guide is a climber’s essential. Multiple friction modes provide optimal stopping power while guide mode lets you belay one or two seconding climbers off an anchor.

• Multiple friction modes • Auto-block release hole • Durable cable holds its shape • Ropes from 8.1-11mm/6.9-9mm (Guide/Alpine Guide) • 80g/73g (Guide/Alpine Guide) ATC Guide £24.99 Code 128009 ATC Alpine Guide £24.99 Code 128010

Guide

Alpine Guide

Black Diamond ATC XP £19.99 The original ATC XP was a legend in its lifetime, known as the best of its kind. Now you get the same multiple-friction performance but 30% lighter!

• Regular and high friction modes • Machined windows reduce weight • Durable cable holds its shape • Ropes from 7.7mm - 11mm • 64g Colours: Black (901) or Blue (940) Code 128006

DMM Beetle £14.99 Suitable for both indoor routes and climbing at the crag, the Beetle’s holding power and smooth rope control inspire confident belaying, lowering and abseiling alike.

• Regular and high friction belay modes • Internal geometry gives optimum performance • Single ropes from 8.7mm - 11mm Half/twin ropes from 7.3mm - 9.2mm • 54g Colours: BLT (906) or Blue (940) Code 128605

Black Diamond Big Air XP Package £28.99 A great addition to any route climber’s kit, the Big Air XP package pairs the best-selling ATC XP belay device with the versatile Mini Pearabiner screwgate carabiner.

• Mini Pearabiner screwgate carabiner • Keylock nose prevents snagging • ATC XP belay device • Regular and high friction modes • Ropes from 7.7mm - 11mm • 133g Code 128007

DMM Beetle/Shadow HMS Belay Set £27.50 If you’re looking to transition from indoor to outdoor routes, choose this set. Featuring the easy-to-use Beetle belay device and large yet light Shadow HMS locking carabiner.

• Shadow HMS locking carabiner • Short gate maximises gate opening • Beetle belay device • Single ropes from 8.7mm - 11mm, • Half/twin ropes from 7.3mm - 9.2mm • 123g Code 128607

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BELAY & ROPE CONTROL Y & Y Vertical Plasfun Belay Glasses £54.99 Lightweight, comfortable and easy-to-use, these belay glasses provide a clear image of your climber, so you don’t have to crane your neck as they ascend.

• Lightweight plastic frame • Thin frame enables double vision • High-quality zero-defect prisms • Provide a clear image • Adjustable arms • 33g Colours: Black (901) or Blue (940) Code 128750

Y & Y Vertical Clip Up Belay Glasses £59.99 Spectacle wearers, thanks to these clip-on belay glasses there’s no need to strain your neck, you can watch your climber ascend in comfort.

• Designed for use with glasses • Clips on to the nose bridge • Thin frame enables double vision • High-quality zero-defect prisms • Trapezoid-shaped for wide-angle view • 33g Code 128751

Petzl Micro Traxion £72.50 An exceptionally efficient, ultralight progresscapture device, the Micro Traxion will work with dirty or icy ropes and can be locked open for use as a simple pulley.

• Sealed ball bearings give 91% efficiency • Can be locked open for use as pulley • Works with dirty or icy ropes • Ropes from 8 - 11mm • 85g Code 128516

Petzl Shunt £62.99 A mechanical replacement for self-jamming knots.

Positioned below a descender, it acts as a back-up belay on an abseil.

• Allows unhindered descent • Instantly locks onto rope when released • Single ropes from 10 - 11mm • Double ropes from 8 - 11mm • 188g Code 128507

Petzl Ascension With an ergonomic handle, these ascenders are comfortable and easy to use. The wide, supportive base allows a powerful grip for increased rope ascending efficiency.

• Durable aluminium frame • Chrome-plated steel cam • Upper hole for clipping carabiner around rope • Wide lower hole for easy carabiner attachment • Single ropes from 8mm - 13mm • 165g Left Hand £53.50 Code 128518 Right Hand £53.50 Code 128519

Petzl Fixe £20.50 The Fixe is a strong, light and compact pulley designed for use in a hauling system.

• Fixed side plates allow quick installation • Working load 5kN (2.5kN on one rope end) • Breaking strength 23kN • Ropes from 7mm - 13mm • 90g Code 128503

Petzl Tibloc £28.99 Use as a rope ascender or progress capture device in a hauling system. It presses the carabiner against the rope to start the braking action.

• Stainless steel cam • Angled teeth and self-cleaning slot • Use with locking carabiner • Ropes from 8mm - 11mm • 35g Code 128521

Petzl Oscillante £14.50 Aluminium side plates and nylon sheave give an excellent strength to weight ratio and make the Oscillante ideal for emergencies like crevasse rescue.

• Self-lubricating bushings • Working load 4kN • Breaking strength 15kN • Ropes from 7mm - 11mm • 42g Code 128502

Black Diamond Crag Half-Finger Glove £17.99 Designed for belaying and via ferrata, these comfortable, durable, breathable gloves protect your hands without compromising dexterity.

• Breathable stretch mesh fabric • Synthetic leather palm and fingers • Reinforced index finger and thumb crotch • Knuckle padding for comfort • Adjustable wrist strap • 71g Sizes: S - L Code 128012

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A rare shared day off with Jamie, running for the hills with our climbing racks, plenty of cheese and bread, looking forward to chatting nonsense all dayâ&#x20AC;Ś and maybe do some climbing. I still struggle to think of a better way to spend a day.

Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m Sam Green from Manchester Ellis Brigham, and I Live and Breathe climbing.

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STAFF IN ACTION

One of the main reasons I’m so passionate about climbing is the stories I can share; not all of them are good, but all mean something to me. Most of the stories I tell seem to involve using words like runout, sketchy and tiring. Nonetheless, I wouldn’t change a single thing. It’s these experiences that make you who you are, and what you’ll always remember, as you’ll always find yourself chewing someone’s ear off with one story or another.

I had just completed one of my favourite alpine routes, Arête des Cosmiques. I was exhausted, feeling supersick from the altitude and the exertion. We’d pretty much had to run the second half of the route to beat a storm home (that’s a story for another time), and every part of my body hurt. However, after a couple of recovery drinks of one sort or another, I realised it was one of the best climbing experiences I had ever had. The next day, I went back up for a different route full of psych.

I’ve also had to back off routes many times, which is a different sort of good feeling. Sometimes pushing through isn’t the right call, and it’s a good moment when you realise that turning back is the sensible and safe option.

Climbing has changed a lot for me over time. It’s so diverse, whether indoors at the local wall, trad climbing at Stanage, or alpine ascents around Chamonix; I’ve learnt to love all of it. When I first put on a pair of rock shoes at my local bouldering wall I thought that it was just going to be a good way to keep fit, little did I know that one day I’d be putting on rock shoes at 3000m in the Alps.

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BOULDERING Organic 5" Big Pad £379.99 Delivering confidence-inspiring cushioning, super-tough fabrics and one-of-a-kind design, Organic’s biggest mat has your landing zone well and truly covered.

• One-of-a-kind colour and pattern designs • 1050 denier ballistic nylon shell • Foam: 1" memory, 1" closed cell, 3" open cell • Hybrid hinge for easy folding • Adjustable shoulder straps and waist belt • 8.62kg Code 131100

Organic Simple Pad £234.99 Using the highest quality foams, this pad offers reliable cushioning fall after fall. When the session is over, padded shoulder straps provide carrying comfort.

• One-of-a-kind colour and pattern designs • 1050 denier ballistic nylon shell • Foam: 1" memory, 1" closed cell, 2" open cell • Hybrid hinge for easy folding • Adjustable shoulder straps and waist belt • 4.99kg Code 131101

Organic Briefcase Pad £114.99 Organic’s versatile Briefcase Pad gives more coverage than a spot pad but is lighter and easier to transport than a standard bouldering mat.

• One-of-a-kind colour and pattern designs • 1050 denier ballistic nylon shell • Foam: 1" memory, 1" closed cell, 1" open cell • Hybrid hinge for easy folding • Webbing grab handles • 1.81kg Code 131102

Snap Wham £359.99 This premium bouldering mat features Snap’s Air Technology cushioning. Offering security, resilience and greater landing comfort, it’s perfectly adapted to both short and high falls. If you’re pushing your grade outdoors, make this your mat of choice.

• Durable PU coated recycled polyester • Air Technology cushioning • Adapts to both short and high falls • Tuck away shoulder straps • Includes removable carpet • 8.4kg Code 131905

Snap Stamina £209.99 This taco-style bouldering mat uses resilient foam cushioning to provide a landing you can trust. With a reverse fold design, it keeps your back clean when carrying from A to B and includes a carpet for essential shoe cleaning.

• Durable PU coated recycled polyester • Resilient foam cushioning • Reverse fold taco system • Tuck away shoulder straps • Includes removable carpet • 6.2kg Code 131906

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Snap Hop £159.99 The Hop is a simple, streamlined bouldering mat that offers reliable landing comfort, fall after fall. Adjustable shoulder straps and a hinge-style fold make it easy to transport between the boulders.

• Durable recycled polyester • Resilient foam cushioning • Simple hinge-style fold • Adjustable shoulder straps • Velcro strap fastenings • 4kg Code 131907

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BOULDERING Mura Climbing Roc Brush Large £9.99 Caked-up chalky climbing holds are no match for this large brush, featuring Tampico bristles for fast cleaning.

• Large brush handle • Tampico plant fibre bristles • Soft yet durable Code 131555

Mura Climbing Roc Brushes Want better grip on those greasy holds? Then you need one of these brushes, available with firm or soft bristles for effective cleaning of plastic and rock.

• Durable wooden handles • Firm: Boar hair/Tampico bristles • Soft: Tampico plant fibre bristles Firm £6.99 Code 131553 Soft £6.99 Code 131554

Lapis Uber Bouldering Brush £8.50 A supersized wooden brush with boar hair bristles and a curved handle; clearing chalk off massive slopers is easier than ever.

• Boar hair bristles • Curved wooden handle • Hole for cord attachment Code 131921

Lapis Wooden Brush £5.50 When it comes to climbing brushes, Lapis lead the way. This sturdy wooden version uses boar hair bristles for unbeatable cleaning.

• Boar hair bristles • Durable wooden handle • Hole for cord attachment Code 131922

Black Diamond Skin Maintenance Kit £19.99 Everything you need to keep your skin in check, including a roll of split tape for more accurate taping.

• 1½" tape • 1½" split roll tape • Sanding block • Nail clippers • Kit bag Code 131007

ClimbOn Intensive Hand Lube This skin nourishing bar makes looking after sore tips and scraped knuckles easy. Supplied in a tin, it’s easy to apply and sinks in quickly.

• Soothe scrapes, cracked cuticles and more • Bar allows quick and easy application • Supplied with tin 1.0oz £11.99 Code 131940 0.5oz £7.50 Code 131941

Mura Climbing Grip Tape Whether a boulderer or trad climber, everyone should carry some Grip Tape. It can be used to support injured fingers and protect against split tips and skin flappers.

• Available in three widths for versatile taping • Use to support and protect • Easy to tear Length: 13.7m Colours: White (910), Dark Blue (940) or Red (960) 1.25cm £2.75 2.50cm £3.50 3.80cm £5.50

Code 131550 Code 131551 Code 131552

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TRAINING

Beastmakers £79.99 Made from fine-textured wood, these are the ultimate fingerboards.

Choose the 1000 if you’re new to training, or the 2000 if you’re already working those high-grade goals.

• FSC certified North American tulip wood • Fine texture is kind to skin • Include jugs, slopers and pockets • Radiused holds reduce injury chances Beastmaker 1000 Code 131800 Beastmaker 2000 Code 131801

Metolius Prime Rib £54.99 Made from wood for skin-friendly performance, this slim, streamlined training board is ideal for climbers looking to increase finger strength.

• Durable, skin-friendly wood • Slim streamlined profile • Three hanging edges • Includes mounting screws Code 131725

Profile

Gibbon Classic Line Treewear Set £64.99 An excellent slackline for beginners and all-rounders alike.

Simple to set up, a colour coded metal ratchet with a safety lock enables quick and smooth tensioning.

• Flat 5cm polyester webbing • Silkscreen print aids grip and orientation • Colour coded metal ratchet with safety lock • Includes two Treewear protectors • 12.5m line, 2.5m ratchet strap Code 131855

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Metolius Wooden Rock Rings £44.99 These Wooden Rock Rings make a great warm-up tool.

Compact and portable, with independent suspension, they allow your joints to rotate freely for reduced injury.

• Durable, skin-friendly wood • Three hanging edges • Independent suspension • Can be hung anywhere Code 131726

Metolius Light Rail £39.99 Use this portable wooden training rail to warm up when you get to the crag. With a reversible design, it offers four hanging edges.

• Durable, skin-friendly wood • Reversible design gives four hanging edges • Can be hung or mounted • Includes mounting screws Code 131727

Profile

Profile

Metolius Grip Saver Plus £19.99 The Grip Saver is designed to exercise and strengthen the hand, wrist and arm through a full range of motion.

• Rehab for finger, wrist and elbow injuries • Instructions included Original Code 131713 Hard Code 131719

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TRAINING & CHALK Black Diamond White Gold Chalk White Gold chalk is specifically blended for climbers, keeping sweat at bay for better grip. Available loose, in a ball, in a block or as a liquid to match your climbing needs.

• Magnesium carbonate chalk • Improves grip for better climbing performance 50g Chalk Ball £3.99 Code 132050 150ml Liquid Chalk £9.99 Code 132051 56g Block £1.70 Code 132052 100g Loose £4.50 Code 132053 200g Loose £6.99 Code 132054 300g Loose £9.99 Code 132055

Black Diamond Black Gold Chalk The secret weapon for ultimate friction; a blend of BD’s White Gold chalk and Upsalite that will keep hands super dry for a grip that’s second to none.

• Upsalite magnesium carbonate chalk • Absorbs 30% more moisture than other compounds • Scientifically engineered to enhance your grip 100g Loose £11.99 Code 132056 200g Loose £19.99 Code 132057 300g Loose £29.99 Code 132058

E9 Gulp C £26.99 Perfect for bouldering, the Gulp C will fit chalk, finger tape, brushes and more.

• Webbing handle with buckle • Brush holders • Pocket Code 132120

Organic Lunch Bag Bucket £37.50 Made from leftover fabric cuttings, your one-of-akind chalk bucket will always be easy to spot.

• One-of-a-kind colour/pattern • Velcro closure and roll-down top • Zipped pocket Code 132100

E9 Botte £17.99 Big-handed climber? Then this large cylindrical style is for you.

• Large cylindrical chalk bag • Drawcord closure • Brush holder Colours: Green (930) or Blue (940) Code 132121

Snap Big Chalk Bag £29.99 This stylish chalk bucket is generously sized to hold plenty of chalk.

• Webbing handle with hook buckle • Lid can be rolled down to aid filling • External zipped pocket Code 132900

Snap Chalk Pocket £13.99 Keep chalk close to hand with this clean-cut style.

• Drawcord closure • Webbing belt with hook buckle • Brush holder Code 132901

Petzl Bandi Chalk Bag £14.50 This classic cylinder-shaped chalk bag can be opened one-handed.

• Drawcord closure • Webbing belt with buckle • Brush holder Colours: Gray (907) or Methyl Blue (940) Code 132500

Organic Chalk Bags Want a one-of-a-kind chalk bag? Choose Organic!

Made from fabric cuttings left over from production, each chalk bag is unique.

• One-of-a-kind colour/pattern • Drawcord closure • Brush holder Large £21.99 Code 132101 Small £19.99 Code 132102

Black Diamond Mojo Chalk Bag £11.99 This no-frills bag keeps your chalk in top condition and easily accessible.

• Pliable wire brim • Drawcord closure • Webbing belt with buckle Sizes: S/M or M/L Colours: Black (902), Caspian (944) or Red Oxide (960) Code 132011

DMM Tube Chalk Bag £13.99 Choose for outdoor sport routes and circuit board endurance sessions.

• Drawcord closure • Pile lining • Brush holder Colours: Black (901) or Red (960) Code 132605

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ICE TOOLS

Petzl Sum’Tec The Sum’Tec is designed for technical mountaineering. It features Petzl’s Ice pick, which tapers at the tip for solid placement in all types of ice. With a modular design, both the pick and adze are interchangeable, so you can easily adapt the Sum’Tec to your climbing needs.

• Shaft angled for efficient anchoring • Ice pick gives solid placement • Modular: interchangeable pick and adze • Trigrest handrest for leashless performance • T rated • 470g (each) Size: 55cm Adze £149.99 Code 122508 Hammer £149.99 Code 122509

Petzl Quark The Quark is a versatile performer that can handle technical mountaineering and ice climbing alike. Combining exceptional balance with its Ice pick, it achieves solid placement in all kinds of ice.

• Hydroformed shaft ensures optimal grip • Ice pick gives solid placement • Trigrest handrest for leashless performance • Griprest handrest supports and protects • T rated • 550g (each) Size: 50cm Adze £209.99 Code 122511 Hammer £209.99 Code 122512

Petzl Nomic £239.99 The Nomic sets the standard for ice climbing. Perfectly balanced, equipped with weights, it offers an exceptional swing while achieving efficient placement in all kinds of ice so you can ascend with confidence and precision.

• Hydroformed shaft ensures optimal grip • Pur’Ice Pick enables efficient placement • Removable weights for customised balance • Minimalist Mini Marteau hammer • B rated pick, T rated shaft • 585g Size: 50cm Code 122510

Black Diamond Viper The popular Viper is perfect for mountain routes and single-pitch ice climbs alike.

Lightweight and easy to swing, the pick’s open angle makes placing the axe into ice a breeze.

• Hydroformed aluminium shaft • Chromoly steel Alpine pick • Modular head with a two-screw design • Adjustable FlickLock upper pommel • T rated • 595g (Adze), 570g (Hammer) Size: 50cm Adze £209.99 Code 122014 Hammer £209.99 Code 122015

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Grivel North Machine The North Machine is a lightweight, technical, multi-purpose performer. Featuring a chromoly steel shaft and proven hot forged Ice pick, it excels on mixed terrain.

• Chromoly steel shaft • Hot forged Ice pick (3mm) • Side grooves increase strength • Large eye in head for carabiner • T rated • 480g (each) Size: 47cm Adze £184.99 Code 122118 Hammer £184.99 Code 122119

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ICE AXES DMM Cirque £94.99 A classic walking axe reimagined for modern mountaineers. Strong yet sleek, it offers super-secure functionality in self-arrest and belay building modes.

• Hot forged shaft for strength • Laser cut CNCd steel pick • Insulating rubber grip • Standard leash included • T rated • 604g (60cm) Sizes: 55cm, 60cm or 65cm Code 122608

Petzl Glacier £74.99 This lightweight ice axe is ideal for glacier travel.

Featuring a tempered steel toothed pick, it bites easily into hard snow and ice to give it great anchoring qualities.

• High-quality 7075 aluminium shaft • Tempered steel head • Toothed pick thinner at tip • Handle cut into shaft for better grip • B rated • 350g Size: 60cm Code 122506

Petzl Ride £84.99 This compact, ultralight ice axe is ideal for ski touring. Providing a solid placement, it has a tapered, toothed pick that bites easily into ice and a 7075 aluminium shaft to keep weight to a minimum.

• High quality 7075 aluminium shaft • Tempered steel head • Toothed pick tapers to 3mm at tip • Curved shaft and machined grip • B rated • 240g Size: 45cm Code 122507

Grivel Helix £64.99 Ideal for the rigours of UK winter hill walking, the Helix can handle alpine snow climbs too.

The insulating cover provides grip while protecting the hand from cold metal.

• Carbon steel shaft • Classic pick with generous shovel • Insulating removable blade cover • Integrated leash • B rated • 465g (58cm) Sizes: 53cm, 58cm or 66cm Code 122116

Check out the buying guide: www.ellis-brigham.com/ice-axes-buying-guide Petzl V-Link Leash £52.99 Use this leash with your ice axes to avoid losing them when climbing. Featuring glove compatible ergonomic connectors and a built-in swivel that stops the two arms from tangling.

• Elasticated webbing leashes • Ergonomic connectors • Built-in swivel stops tangles • Harness attachment loop Code 122563

DMM Slide Lock Leash £14.99 Ideal for classic mountaineering, this variable-width webbing leash has a simple design that’s intuitive and easy to use.

• Variable-width webbing leash • Wider at wrist for comfort • Minimal water absorption • One-handed operation Code 122657

Grivel Axe Guard £5.99 This patented protective cover for ice axe heads will work with both adze and hammer variations.

• Durable and flexible • Protects pick and adze/hammer • Holes to attach cord Code 122158

Grivel Point Protector £3.75 Protect yourself and your kit from sharp axe spikes with this simple rubber cap.

• Durable rubber • Protects ice axe spike • Hole to attach cord Code 122159

Petzl Pick and Spike Protection Set £5.99 Protect your ice axe, your gear and yourself with these handy pick and spike protector caps.

• Durable and flexible TPE • Adapt to most Petzl ice axes • Bright colour is easy to find Code 122559

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Grivel G22 Plus £179.99 The G22 Plus are very light, multi-purpose crampons. Two hot forged, interchangeable, front mono points increase longevity and performance and form part of the 12 point configuration that gives great ground contact.

• 3D relief stamped chromoly steel • 12 point configuration • Two interchangeable front mono points • Mono-Rail centre bar • Anti-balling plates included • Low-profile rear adjustment lever • 960g (pair) Cramp-o-Matic binding Code 123136

Petzl Dart £204.99 Ideal for ice climbing and dry tooling, the versatile Dart has four modular front points to adapt with ease. With sharp teeth, they enable precision placement, offer excellent penetration and support on any type of ice.

• Adjustable 12 point configuration • Dual point for snow couloirs and gullies • Asymmetric dual point for pure ice • Short and long mono points • Toothed point designs for excellent bite • Integrated Antisnow plates • 820g (pair) Leverlock Fil binding Code 123508

Grivel G12 £149.99 A classic 12 point crampon designed for mountaineering and moderate ice routes. Forward-facing front points give stability on steep terrain and anti-shear points improve security on the descent.

• 3D relief stamped chromoly steel • 12 point configuration • Semi-rigid • Anti-balling plates included • Low-profile rear adjustment lever • 1040g (pair) Cramp-o-Matic binding Code 123124 New-Matic binding Code 123125

Petzl Lynx £189.99 These incredibly versatile crampons have a 14 point configuration that can be modified with just one screw – set ups include a long mono point for dry tooling, long dual points for gullies and more.

• Universal modular binding system • Adjustable 14 point configuration • Long mono point and long dual points • Asymmetric dual points for mixed climbing • Short dual points for ice climbing • Integrated Antisnow plates • 1000g (pair) Leverlock Universal binding Code 123502

Grivel G10 £114.99 The tried and tested G10s are strong, reliable and easy to use. With a 10 point configuration and flexible, hinged bindings they’ll fit a variety of boots – ideal for winter hillwalking.

• 3D relief stamped chromoly steel • 10 point configuration • Hinged front and rear bindings • Anti-balling plates included • Tool-free adjustment • 820g (pair) New Classic binding Code 123132

Petzl Sarken £169.99 The Sarken penetrates hard ice, gives comfort on mixed terrain and solid purchase in snow. Made from a slim yet robust steel frame, the T shape front points give reliable performance across a range of conditions.

• Universal modular binding system • Slim, rigid and robust tempered steel frame • 12 point configuration • T shape front points penetrate hard ice • Integrated Antisnow plates • 905g (pair) Leverlock Universal binding Code 123503

Brand

Crampon

Binding

Grivel Grivel Grivel Grivel Grivel Grivel Grivel Petzl Petzl Petzl Petzl Petzl Petzl Petzl

G22 Plus G12 G12 G10 Air Tech Monte Rosa Ski Tour Dart Lynx Sarken Vasak Irvis Leopard Leopard

Cramp-o-Matic Cramp-o-Matic New-Matic New Classic New-Matic New Classic Ski Matic Leverlock Fil Leverlock Universal Leverlock Universal Leverlock Universal Flexlock Leverlock Fil Flexlock

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Rating

B3 Boots

B2 Boots

B1 Boots

Ski Touring Boots

No. of Points

Anti-balling Plates

Material

Fits Sizes

C3 C3 C2 C1 C2 C1 C3 C3 & C2 C3 & C2 C3 & C2 C1 C3 C1

Ideal Ideal Suitable Suitable Suitable Suitable Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal Suitable Ideal Suitable

Ideal Suitable Ideal Suitable Ideal Ideal Ideal Suitable Suitable

Ideal Ideal Ideal Ideal

Ideal Suitable Suitable Suitable Ideal -

12 12 12 10 12 10 10 12 14 12 12 10 10 10

Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes -

Chromoly steel Chromoly steel Chromoly steel Chromoly steel Chromoly steel Carbon steel Carbon steel & light alloy Tempered steel Tempered steel Tempered steel Tempered steel Tempered steel Aluminium Aluminium

38 - 48 36 - 47 36 - 47 35 - 46 35 - 46 36 - 44 35 - 46 34 - 44 35 - 45 36 - 50 36 - 50 35 - 45 36 - 46 36 - 46

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CRAMPONS

Grivel Air Tech £134.99 This versatile crampon incorporates a multi-purpose 12 point configuration.

Shorter points create an easier walking motion without compromising traction and support.

• 3D relief stamped chromoly steel • 12 point configuration • Semi-rigid • Anti-balling plates included • Low-profile rear adjustment lever • 920g (pair) New-Matic binding Code 123129

Petzl Vasak £139.99 The Vasak is a classic 12 point mountaineering crampon. Made from tempered steel they’re strong yet light and feature horizontal front points that provide solid purchase in snow.

• Universal modular binding system • Thinner tempered steel frame • 12 point configuration • Horizontal front points for solid purchase • Integrated Antisnow plates • 875g (pair) Leverlock Universal binding Code 123504

Grivel Monte Rosa £99.99 Use this lightweight crampon for general winter walking. A highly flexible centre bar and New Classic binding make them easy to fit. This is Grivel quality at a superb price!

• 3D relief stamped carbon steel • 10 point configuration • Tool-free adjustment • Anti-balling plates included • Low-profile rear adjustment lever • 800g (pair) New Classic binding Code 123131

Petzl Irvis £104.99 These 10 point crampons were designed with ski touring and glacier travel in mind. Made with a thinner tempered steel frame, they are light and compact for easy transport.

• Flexlock binding system • Thinner tempered steel frame • 10 point configuration • Two wide front points • Integrated Antisnow plates • 765g (pair) Flexlock Universal binding Code 123505

Grivel Ski Tour Ski Matic 164.99 These crampons have been designed specifically for ski touring. With a Ski Matic 2.0 binding, they’re lightweight and simple to use, with a front bail that adapts easily to modern ski touring boots.

• Carbon steel front, light alloy rear • 10 point configuration • Hot forged front points • Anti-balling plates included • Crampon Safe included • 672g (pair) Ski Matic binding Code 123134

Petzl Leopard £124.99 The Leopard was designed with snow approaches in mind. Made with an aluminium construction and featuring Petzl’s Cord-Tec linking system, weight and pack size is kept to a minimum.

• Lightweight aluminium construction • 10 point configuration • Cord-Tec flexible linking system • Tool-free length adjustment • Includes storage bag • 384g (pair) Leverlock Fil binding Code 123507 Flexlock binding Code 123506

Grivel Crampon Crown £8.99 10 or 12 points, mono or duo, rigid or flexible, with or without posterior spur… whatever your crampon design, this crown will help protect its sharp points!

• Durable and flexible • Tabs for easy on/off • Supplied in pairs Code 123158

Grivel Crampon Safe £16.99 Protect the contents of your rucksack from sharp points with this Crampon Safe, featuring a mesh window that allows iced-up crampons to thaw out properly.

• Wide opening with two zips • Mesh lets moisture escape • Reinforced base Code 123161

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APPROACH SHOES Black Diamond Session £104.99 Transition seamlessly from climbing gym to crag.

Clever design sees the Session’s stretch-fit heel flatten down so you can slip it on between attempts. Cushioned and stable underfoot, the BlackLabel-Street sticky rubber sole gives grip for the approach and post-climb pub trip alike.

• Premium knit uppers • Integrated boot wraps foot like a sock • Rubber toe rand for protection • Stretch-fit elastic heel strap • BD BlackLabel-Street sticky rubber sole • 268g (single shoe size 8) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 12 Code 221100 Women’s Sizes: 4 - 8 Code 221400

Black (901)

Eclipse (940)

Scarpa Crux £119.99 Outstanding traction across a range of terrains.

Scarpa’s Crux is a much-loved approach shoe. The clean upper minimises snagging, to-thetoe lacing ensures a precision fit and the sculpted rand provides lightweight protection.

Finished with Vibram MegaGrip rubber, its all-terrain traction won’t fail to impress.

• Suede Idro 1.7-1.9mm uppers • Stretch textile lining for comfort • Sculpted rubber toe rand • Dual-density EVA midsole • Vibram Vertical sole with MegaGrip rubber • 430g (single shoe size 42) Men’s Sizes: 41 - 48 Code 244155 Women’s Sizes: 37 - 41 Code 244214

Shark (900)

Shark (900)

Adidas Five Ten Five Tennie £99.99 A fresh take on a technical approach shoe.

Five Ten’s cult favourite combines a classic sneaker aesthetic with comfort and performance. It slips on smoothly while the gusseted tongue keeps grit out. Underfoot, the Stealth S1 rubber sole features notched lugs for enhanced grip on rocky terrain.

• Leather and textile uppers • Sock construction for ease of entry • Extended toe rand protects against rocky terrain • Stealth S1 rubber sole for optimal performance • Climbing zone at toe for friction and precision • 328g (single shoe size 8) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 11 Code 238017 Women’s Sizes: 4 - 8 Code 238018

Multi (923)

Multi (923)

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CLIMBING PACKS Osprey Mutant Packs For climbers who want no compromise, the Mutant Packs are the answer.

Lightweight, adaptable and durable, they achieve outstanding four-season functionality. Stable and comfortable, whether it’s a long walk in to the crag or ascending an alpine classic they’ll keep you balanced and mobile.

• Snow-shedding back panel • Removable frame sheet • Low-profile, non-restrictive harness • Dual ToolLock ice axe attachments • Rope carry system Mutant 38 £129.99 Capacity: 38L Weight: 1.26kg (0.82kg stripped) Colour: Black Ice (901) Sizes: S/M or M/L Code 292002

Mutant 22 £79.99 Capacity: 22L Weight: 0.57kg (0.45kg stripped) Colour: Blue Fire (940) Code 292003

Osprey Transporter 95 Duffel £129.99 Osprey’s Transporter duffels are super durable, water resistant and feature multiple carrying options. With a 95 litre capacity, they’re the ideal storage solution for all your climbing kit.

• Durable and highly water resistant • Stowable padded shoulder straps • Large compartment with lockable zips • Internal mesh side pocket • Four haul handles Capacity: 95L Weight: 1.59kg Colours: Kingfisher Blue (943), Black (901) or Ruffian Red (960) Code 292121

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