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LIVE. BREATHE. CLIMB. shops nationwide | ellis-brigham.com

Climber - Emma Twyford | Route - The Big Issue E9 6C | Location - Bosherston Head Pembroke | Photographer – Ray Wood

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Scarpa’s women’s collection has been designed to suit the needs of a female Climber. Whether you are new to the sport or an experienced climber indoors or outdoors there is a model in the range to suit all foot shapes.

Each shoe has been designed to give performance, precision and power through every climb.

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LIVE. BREATHE. CLIMB. WELCOME TO OUR SUMMER 2019 CATALOGUES.

PRODUCT

We’ve approached our catalogues a little differently this summer. To better

06 Clothing 14 Approach Shoes 16 Rock Shoes

address the many flavours of the outdoor experience, we’ve produced four

20 Harnesses 22 Helmets 26 Carabiners & Quickdraws

different titles.

28 Protection 32 Ropes 34 Belay & Rope Control

This LIVE.BREATHE.CLIMB catalogue covers our great collection of

36 Bouldering 40 Training 42 Ice Axes 44 Crampons

climbing clothing, footwear and equipment, alongside some interesting

46 Climbing Packs

interviews and features.

LIVE.BREATHE.OUTDOORS speaks to the active mountaineer and hiking enthusiast. You’ll find the best technical clothing, footwear and equipment for all-conditions mountain adventures right here.

Our LIVE.BREATHE.EXPLORE catalogue embraces today’s outdoor

FEATURES 24 DMM: Making a Carabiner 30 Natalie Berry: Top Tips for Trad Climbing 38 Neil Gresham: Top 5 Ways to Improve Your Climbing

lifestyle and offers products that stride effortlessly from college, studio and

CREDITS

office to hillside, forest and coastline.

Location Photography: Robert Grew & Matt Higson

LIVE.BREATHE.RUN contains the best in trail running footwear, equipment

Outdoor Climbers: Maddie Sweetman, Dennis Reddyhoff & Andy Barlass

and apparel with advice and features to push you that extra mile.

Indoor Location: The Climbing Academy - The Mothership Indoor Climbers: Stephanie Bell & Alex Norman-Rhodes Editors: Ellie Anstice, Jeremy Stevens & Luke Scrine Styling & Direction: David Whitlow Production & Design: Life Advertising, Liverpool

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CLIMBING Ellis Brigham has a rich climbing heritage. Dedicated to making your time on the route as

rewarding as possible, whether you’re tying in for your first lead or a seasoned alpinist, we’ve got all your climbing needs covered. Including proven performers, staff favourites and ultralight innovators, our comprehensive range is a showcase of the very best. For the gear aficionados, season highlights include new cams from hardware heavyweights DMM and Black Diamond, new bouldering mats from Metolius and Snap and some fantastic new models by rock

Photo: Robert Grew.

shoe specialists Scarpa and Five Ten.

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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.

Men’s Crag Hoody £54.99 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.

• Cotton/polyester • Lightweight and comfortable • Hood with drawcord • Underarm gussets aid mobility • Long sleeved • Regular fit • 291g (M) Colours: Ash (906) or Red Oxide (928) Sizes: S - XL Code 232600

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

• Organic cotton/elastane spandex • Comfortable and mobile • Crew neck • Astronaut graphic on chest • Short sleeved • Regular fit • 145g (M) Colour: Black/Dual Blue (940) Sizes: S - XL Code 232603

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MEN’S CLOTHING Men’s Perestroika Tee £29.99 Be part of Black Diamond’s tribe with the Perestroika Tee. Soft and comfortable, with good mobility for a better fit, the organic cotton blend makes this an all-season favourite.

• Organic cotton/elastane spandex • Comfortable and mobile • Crew neck • BD graphic on chest • Short sleeved • Regular fit • 145g (M) Colour: Midnight (941) Sizes: S - XL Code 232604

Men’s Chalked Up Tee £29.99 Black Diamond’s iconic logo sits proud centre on the Chalked Up Tee. Made from an organic cotton and spandex blend, it’s comfortable and mobile, with a regular fit for simple styling.

• Organic cotton/elastane spandex • Comfortable and mobile • Crew neck • BD logo on chest • Short sleeved • Regular fit • 145g (M) Colours: Ginger (980) or Astral Blue (940) Sizes: S - XL Code 232606

Men’s Notion Pants £69.99 For training and indoor bouldering, the Notion Pants are an excellent match. Made from stretch organic cotton twill, they’re lightweight, breathable and comfortable, with reinforced knees for increased durability.

• Stretch organic cotton twill • Elasticated waist with drawcord • Hand pockets • Rear pocket with brush slot • Reinforced knees • Relaxed fit • Inseam: 32"/82cm • 411g (M) Colours: Ink Blue (904) or Brick (928) Sizes: S - XL Code 232607

Men’s Notion Shorts £54.99 From hot indoor sessions to rest day relaxation; with the Notion Shorts, you can do it all. A comfortable, casual style, the stretch organic cotton twill delivers lightweight, breathable performance ideal for warm conditions.

• Stretch organic cotton twill • Elasticated waist with drawcord • Seat gusset for mobility • Hand pockets • Rear pockets • Relaxed fit • Inseam: 11"/28cm • 298g (M) Colours: Sergeant Green (937) or Ink Blue (904) Sizes: S - XL Code 232608

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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!

Men’s Committed Long Sleeve Crew £59.99 When you’re committed to the next move, you want your clothes to be comfortable and mobile; that’s where this top comes in. Casual enough for the pub and technical enough to perform, it’ll be a favourite lightweight layer.

• 240g drirelease fabric • Tencel enhances wicking performance • Flatlocked seams for comfort • Crew neck • Long sleeved • Slim fit • 310g (L) Colour: Ombre Blue (941) Sizes: S - XL Code 228736

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Men’s Redline Long Sleeve Tee £49.99 The Redline offers comfort, stretch and moisture management in one.

Worn alone or under layers, the versatile design is perfect for the local wall and all-day crag sessions alike.

• 175g drirelease fabric • Tencel enhances wicking performance • Polygiene anti-microbial odour control • Crew neck • Long sleeved • Slim fit • 215g (L) Colour: Moorland (937) Sizes: S - XL Code 228784

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MEN’S CLOTHING Men’s Ground Up Mountain Tee £39.99 Style and substance come together in this tee. The drirelease performance fabric is moisture wicking, fast-drying and has a Polygiene anti-microbial treatment for reliable odour control.

• 175g drirelease fabric • Tencel enhances wicking performance • Polygiene anti-microbial odour control • Crew neck • Short sleeved • Slim fit • UPF 50+ • 155g (L) Colour: Tasman (944) Sizes: S - XL Code 228856

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.

• 175g drirelease fabric • Tencel enhances wicking performance • Polygiene anti-microbial odour control • Crew neck • Short sleeved • Slim fit • UPF 50+ • 155g (L) Colours: Cosmos (904) or Acid (974) Sizes: S - XL Code 228785

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.

• Durable Ascender fabric • Semi-elasticated waistband • Offset double press stud closure • Hand pockets • Rear pocket • Climbing fit, regular fit at ankle • Inseam: 31"/79cm • 290g (34") Colours: Pumpkin Spice (982) or Blue Nights (941) Sizes: 30" - 36" Code 228857

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.

• Durable Ascender fabric • Semi-elasticated waistband • Offset double press stud closure • Hand pockets • Rear pocket • Climbing fit • Inseam: 12"/30cm • 190g (34") Colours: Acid (974) or Alaskan Blue (941) Sizes: 30" - 36" Code 228858

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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.

Women’s Crux Hoody £54.99 From warm-up laps at the crag to fending off the chill, the Crux Hoody provides the lightweight warmth you need. A stretch seamless knit provides next-to-skin comfort and unrestricted mobility, while the scuba hood helps seal in the heat.

• Polyester nylon blend • Stretch seamless knit • Scuba hood with drawcord • Long sleeved • Thumb loops • Slim fit • 269g (M) Colour: Wild Rose (965) Sizes: S - L Code 232650

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Women’s Six Shooter Tank £54.99 Climb unhindered in the Six Shooter Tank. Made from a highly breathable polyester stretch jersey, it provides superb comfort when climbing in hot conditions. An integrated sports bra provides support and racerback straps enable full shoulder mobility.

• Polyester stretch jersey • Flat-seam construction • Integrated sports bra • Dual-strap racerback • Side ruching detail • Slim fit • 156g (M) Colours: Papaya (986) or Ink Blue (904) Sizes: XS - L Code 232652

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WOMEN’S CLOTHING 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.

• Organic cotton/elastane • Comfortable and mobile • Crew neck • Rise and Climb graphic • Short sleeved • Slim fit • 117g (M) Colours: Wisteria (959) or Night Sky (904) Sizes: XS - L Code 232654

Women’s Notion SP Pants £69.99 A riff on Black Diamond's best-sellers, the Notion SP Pants have a slimmer silhouette and harness-friendly pockets. With added stretch, the soft organic cotton twill ensures comfort and mobility, ideal for those high rockover manoeuvres.

• Stretch organic cotton twill • Elasticated waist with drawcord • Hand and rear pockets • Reinforced knees • Elasticated cuffs • Regular fit, slim taper to the ankle • Inseam: 31.5"/80cm • 354g (M) Colour: Wild Rose (965) Sizes: XS - L Code 232655

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.

• Nylon stretch jersey • Wide flat waistband • Internal power mesh lining • Internal waistband pocket • Gusseted crotch for mobility • Slim fit • Inseam: 28"/71cm • 210g (M) Colour: Ink Blue (904) Sizes: XS - L Code 232656

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.

• Stretch organic cotton twill • Waistband with drawcord • Hand pockets • Rear pockets • Brush slot in rear right pocket • Regular fit • Inseam: 9"/23cm • 127g (12) Colours: Adriatic (940) or Burnt Sienna (928) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 232657

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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!

Women’s Calico Hooded Jacket £89.99 The Calico Hooded Jacket offers lightweight warmth and excellent moisture management for comfort across a range of conditions. Well suited to climbing and hiking, the Delta fabric layers easily while the active fit keeps you streamlined and mobile.

• Delta brushed low-bulk fabric • Rapid moisture transfer • Fixed hood • Full zip • Hand pockets • Concealed zipped pocket • Women’s Active fit • 240g (12) Colour: Cosmos (904) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228863

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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.

• 175g drirelease fabric • Tencel enhances wicking performance • Polygiene anti-microbial odour control • Crew neck • Long sleeved • Women’s slim fit • 165g (12) Colour: Virtual Pink Stripe (968) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228750

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WOMEN’S CLOTHING 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.

• 175g drirelease fabric • Tencel enhances wicking performance • Polygiene anti-microbial odour control • Scoop neck with pleat detailing • Short sleeved • Women’s slim fit • 125g (12) Colour: Blackberry (951) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228751

Women’s Rio Vest £29.99 For hot days on the rock and indoor climbing sessions, the Rio Vest is ideal. Made from drirelease fabric, it combines a soft cotton-like feel with quick-wicking, fast-drying performance.

• 175g drirelease fabric • Tencel enhances wicking performance • Polygiene anti-microbial odour control • Racerback with spaghetti straps • UPF 50+ • Women’s loose fit • 95g (12) Colour: Virtual Pink Stripe (968) Sizes: 8 - 14 Code 228864

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.

• Stretch nylon fabric • Comfortable and supportive • Wide elasticated waistband • Exclusive ME print • Inseam: 28"/71cm • 250g (12) Colour: Steel (903) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228865

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.

• Stretch nylon fabric • Comfortable and supportive • Wide elasticated waistband • Exclusive ME print • Cropped calf length • Inseam: 21"/53cm • 220g (12) Colour: Chalk Blue (940) Sizes: 8 - 16 Code 228866

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APPROACH SHOES Five Ten Five Tennie £99.99 Five Ten’s cult favourite is back! Combining 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 • 325g (single shoe size 8) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 12 (half sizes 7½ - 11½) Code 238017 Women’s Sizes: 4 - 8 (half sizes 4½ - 7½) Code 238018

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APPROACH SHOES

Scarpa Crux £119.99 Scarpa’s Crux is a much-loved approach shoe. The clean upper minimises snagging, to-the-toe 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

Five Ten Men’s Access Leather £109.99

Five Ten Men’s Guide Tennie £99.99

A modern approach shoe that transitions between city streets and rocky trails, the Access Leather offers comfort, support and outstanding grip thanks to Five Ten’s famous Stealth rubber sole.

• Perforated suede leather uppers • Rubberised exoskeleton lacing system • Lightweight reinforced toe cap • Compression moulded PU midsole • Stealth S1 rubber sole for optimal performance • 359g (single shoe size 8) Sizes: 7 - 12 (half sizes 8½ - 10½) Code 238015

This streamlined approach shoe boasts a secure, ergonomic fit and a cushioned compression moulded midsole, for reliable comfort on those long walk-ins. Finished with a Stealth C4 rubber sole, the precision edging and unbeatable friction makes scrambles and scree slopes easy.

• Suede leather and synthetic uppers • Extended lacing for precise adjustment • Protective rubber toe cap • Bevelled climbing zone at toe • Stealth C4 rubber sole with Dotty tread • 399g (single shoe size 8) Sizes: 7 - 12 (half sizes 8½ - 10½) Code 238016

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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

ALL ROUND

PERFORMANCE

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.

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.

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.

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.

• 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.

Brand

Model

Price

Category

Weight

Upper

Lining

Rubber

Closure Asymmetry Downturn

Stiffness Sensitivity

Boreal Boreal Boreal Five Ten La Sportiva

Joker Lace Joker Plus Velcro Kids’ Ninja Jr. Wall Master VCS Tarantula

£79.99 £89.99 £39.99 £84.99 £74.99

Comfort Comfort Comfort Comfort Comfort

235g 255g 155g 253g 240g

Microfibre & Suede Microfibre & Suede Suede Suede Suede

Yes Yes No No Fore

Five Ten La Sportiva Scarpa Scarpa Scarpa

Anasazi Lace Katana Arpia Maestro Vapor V

£119.99 £129.99 £119.99 £124.99 £129.99

All Round All Round All Round All Round All Round

245g 235g 190g 285g 240g

Synthetic Leather Microfibre & Suede Microfibre Eco Suede Microfibre

Boreal Five Ten Five Ten Five Ten La Sportiva La Sportiva La Sportiva Scarpa Scarpa

Satori Anasazi VCS Pro Dragon VCS Hiangle Synthetic Otaki Skwama Solution Drago Instinct VS

£119.99 £129.99 £129.99 £114.99 £144.99 £144.99 £144.99 £124.99 £134.99

Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance Performance

240g 272g 230g 236g 270g 240g 255g 200g 230g

Microfibre Synthetic Leather Microfibre Synthetic Leather Microfibre & Suede Microfibre & Suede Microfibre & Suede Microfibre Microfibre

Zenith Quattro Zenith Quattro FS Quattro Stealth C4 FriXion Black

Lace Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro

Low Low Very Low Low Low

Low Low None Low Low

Medium Stiff Medium Stiff Stiff

Medium Low Medium Low Low

Wide Wide Medium Medium Medium

Yes Yes Yes Yes No

Stealth C4 Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Edge

Lace Velcro Velcro Lace Velcro

Medium Medium Medium Low Medium

Low Low Low Low Medium

Medium Medium Medium Stiff Medium

Medium Medium Medium Low Medium

Narrow Medium Medium Wide Medium

Yes No No No Yes Back Yes No No

Zenith Ultra Stealth C4 Stealth HF Stealth C4 Vibram XS Edge Vibram XS Grip 2 Vibram XS Grip 2 Vibram XS Grip 2 Vibram XS Edge

Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro Velcro

High Medium High High Medium High High High Medium

High Low High High Medium High High High Medium

Soft Stiff Soft Stiff Stiff Soft Medium Soft Stiff

High Medium High Low Medium High High High Medium

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

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Fit

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ROCK SHOES Boreal Joker Plus Velcro £89.99 COMFORT Comfortable and versatile, the Joker Plus boasts a brilliant fit, double strap closure and an enhanced rubber compound that’ll perform indoors and out.

• Double 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 7½) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 11 (half sizes 7½ - 10½) Code 135610 Women’s Sizes: 4 - 7 (half sizes 4½ - 6½) 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 • Padded Cushioned Heel System • Anti-deformation midsole • Integrated Rand System heel unit • Ultra sticky Boreal Zenith Quattro rubber sole • 235g (single shoe size 7½) Men’s Sizes: 6 - 12 (half sizes 6½ - 10½) Code 135609 Women’s Sizes: 3½ - 7½ (half sizes 3½ - 7½) 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.

• Unlined 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: 39 - 45 Code 135508 Women’s Sizes: 36 - 41 Code 135509

Five Ten Wall Master VCS £84.99 COMFORT Five Ten’s Wall Master features a stiff sole for structure and support and tried-and-tested Stealth C4 rubber to perform at the gym, on multi-pitches and more!

• Double Velcro strap closure • Stiff and supportive midsole • All-Day heel tension • Extra thick toe rand adds durability • Stealth C4 rubber gives high friction and sensitivity • 253g (single shoe size 8) Sizes: 7 - 12 (half sizes 7½ - 10½) Code 135315

Boreal Kids’ Ninja Jr £39.99 COMFORT This comfortable climbing shoe is perfect for growing kids. Quick and easy to put on, it features a wide Velcro strap and a heel that can be adjusted over two sizes to counter growth spurts.

• Split leather uppers • Wide Velcro strap closure • Adjustable heel - adjusts over two sizes • Half-stiff midsole gives support • Grippy Boreal FS Quattro rubber sole • 155g (single shoe size 30) Sizes: 27-28, 29-30, 31-32, 33-34, 35-36, 37-38 Code 135614

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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 - 44 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 even 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 Arpia £119.99 ALL ROUND If you’re looking to step up into a higher performance shoe, the Arpia is the answer. Balancing comfort with a slight downturn, V-Tension randing and a hand constructed heel this all-rounder will perform in any situation.

• Wave-closure Velcro strap system • V-Tension active randing maintains shoe shape • Full-length dynamic Flexan 1.4mm midsole • Hand-constructed heel with Vibram XS Grip 2 rubber • Vibram XS Edge provides maximum edging support • 190g (single shoe size 40) Men’s Sizes: 40 - 45 Code 135121 Women’s Sizes: 36 - 41 Code 135124

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 Grip 2 rubber heel underlay • Vibram XS Edge rubber full-length sole • 285g (single shoe size 42) Sizes: 40 - 45 Code 135118

Five Ten Anasazi Lace £119.99 ALL ROUND The iconic Anasazi Lace; worn by climbers worldwide thanks to the glove-like fit, lined upper and epic Stealth C4 rubber that’ll perform on slabs and steep rock alike.

• Ankle-to-toe lacing for maximum adjustability • Asymmetric toe box • Medium stiffness midsole • Close fitting heel eliminates dead space • Stealth C4 rubber gives high friction and sensitivity • 245g (single shoe size 8) Sizes: 7 - 12 (half sizes 7½ - 10½) Code 135314

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ROCK SHOES 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

La Sportiva Otaki £144.99 PERFORMANCE The Otaki is an impressive all-rounder. The innovative S-Heel maintains stability for optimal heel hooking while the P3 system ensures down-turned performance to see you through the steepest moves.

• Laser cut microfiber and suede leather uppers • Double Velcro strap closure • P3 - Permanent Power Platform maintains downturn • Heel shell with S-Heel maintains stability in torsion • Vibram XS Edge provides maximum edging support • 270g (single shoe size 42) Sizes: 39 - 44 Code 135507

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

Five Ten Dragon VCS £129.99 PERFORMANCE Building fans for over a decade, the newest incarnation of Five Ten’s Dragon sees new microfibre uppers, a refined heel and split sole take comfort and fit up a notch. Clad with Stealth HF rubber, this soft, sensitive shoe shines on steep terrain.

• Asymmetric hook-and-loop closure • Extended rubber on the toe for toe hooking • Refined heel shape for improved fit • Split sole aids flexibility • Stealth HF rubber is soft and sensitive • 230g (single shoe size 8) Sizes: 7 - 11 (half sizes 7½ - 10½) Code 135320

Five Ten Anasazi VCS Pro £129.99 PERFORMANCE A Shauna Coxsey collaboration sees the classic Anasazi combine with a Stealth Mi6 toe patch to make a world cup winner. Offering exceptional friction, this precise shoe ensures you can climb at your best!

• Double Velcro strap closure • Stealth Mi6 toe patch for exceptional friction • Stiff midsole • High heel tension for an aggressive and precise fit • Stealth C4 rubber gives high friction and sensitivity • 272g (single shoe size 8) Men’s Sizes: 7 - 11 (half sizes 7½ - 10½) Code 135316 Women’s Sizes: 4 - 7½ (half sizes 4½ - 7½) Code 135318

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HARNESSES

Photo: Andy Earl - Black Diamond.

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Black Diamond Solution £69.99 The Solution harnesses utilise Fusion Comfort Technology; distributing weight evenly and reducing pressure points, they provide superior comfort, so you can stay focused on the moves that count.

• 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

DMM Renegade £74.99 Combining quality materials, a great fit and truly functional design, from cragging to winter climbing, sport redpoints to big alpine routes - the Renegade can handle it all.

• Free-floating waist with lumbar support • SlideLock waist and leg buckles • Seven gear loops • Two ice clipper slots • Adjustable leg loops • 415g (M) Sizes: S - L Code 133602

DMM Mythril & 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 Mythril Sizes: S - L Code 133604 Wmn’s Venture Sizes: S - M Code 133605

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

Petzl Adjama & Luna £79.99 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 Containing all your climbing essentials, this great value harness package is perfect for climbers looking to upgrade from hire kit.

• BD Momentum harness • BD ATC belay device • BD locking carabiner • BD chalk bag • BD White Gold chalk • 350g (harness only, size M) Men’s Sizes: S - XL Code 133011 Women’s Sizes: XS - L Code 133012

Black Diamond Momentum £54.99 These impressive harnesses are designed for three-season use, featuring Speed Adjust waistbelt buckles and TrakFIT leg loop systems for quick and easy adaptability.

• Speed Adjust waistbelt buckle • Bullhorn waist with Dual Core Construction • Adjustable drop seat • Four gear loops • Adjustable TrakFIT leg loops • 350g (M) Men’s Sizes: S - XL Code 133018 Women’s Sizes: XS - L Code 133019

Edelrid Jay & Jayne £54.99 The Jay and Jayne harnesses offer versatile climbing performance. With a precise fit, movable padding ensures the tie-in point is always centred and the gear loops are just where you want them to be.

• 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 £58.99 With adjustable waist and leg buckles and high-capacity rear gear loops, these comfortable, all-season harnesses are 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: Grey (906) or Methyl Blue (940) Sizes: 1 or 2 Code 133515

Petzl Tour £52.99 Designed for mountaineering and skiing, the Tour achieves an optimal balance of durability, low weight and compactness. For ease of use, it can be donned when wearing skis or crampons.

• Frame construction distributes weight evenly • DoubleBack waist buckles • Straps are inside/outside colour coded • Leg loops with siliconised ice screw keepers • Four integrated gear loops • 215g (M/L) Sizes: S/M, M/L or L/X Code 133514

Black Diamond Kids’ Momentum £39.99 The kids’ Momentum harness is fully featured for the young rock star and designed to give the same high levels of comfort and durability as Black Diamond’s adult harnesses.

• Speed Adjust waist buckle • OpenAir waist with Dual Core Construction • OpenAir leg loops give vented comfort • Adjustable TrakFIT leg loops • Two gear loops • 240g Code 133015

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HELMETS

Edelrid Salathe £79.99 Ultralight, highly ventilated, yet still protective, the Salathe helmet is superb for summer sport trips. A hybrid construction sees an EPP core used for outstanding shock absorption, partially protected by a robust ABS shell.

• Robust ABS hard shell in upper and front area • Ultralight EPP core - outstanding shock absorption • Minimalist strap adjustment system • Large ventilation holes aid airflow • Headlamp clips and rear strap • 200g (Size 1) Sizes: 1 or 2 Code 134403

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) Sizes: S/M or M/L Code 134515

Black Diamond Vapor £129.99 This highly ventilated, mega comfortable helmet uses Kevlar and carbon layers sandwiched between EPS foam and a polycarbonate shell to drop the weight below 200g.

• Kevlar and carbon layers • Co-moulded EPS foam with polycarbonate shell • Open-air design for unparalleled ventilation • Tuck-away suspension system • Ratchet adjuster with buttons • 199g (M/L) Sizes: S/M or M/L Code 134005

Petzl Meteor £74.99 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-Mold EPS foam construction • Adjustable headband and chinstrap • Large ventilation holes • Compatible with goggles • 240g (M/L) Colours: Violet (950) or Red (960) Sizes: S/M (Violet) or M/L (Red) Code 134517

Black Diamond Vector £79.99 Black Diamond’s best-seller, the Vector climbing helmet gives superlight but reliable protection, great ventilation and incredible comfort in one!

• Co-moulded EPS foam with polycarbonate shell • Internal foam pads boost comfort • Tuck-away suspension system • Ratchet adjuster with buttons • Large ventilation holes • 245g (M/L) Colours: Ultra Blue (940), Black (901) or Orange (980) Sizes: S/M or M/L Code 134004

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HELMETS Petzl Boreo £58.99 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: Green (930), Grey (906) or White (910) Sizes: M/L (S/M or M/L White) Code 134516

Petzl Women’s Elia £58.99 The Elia helmet was designed specifically for women, offering comfort, easy adjustment and reliability for climbing, mountaineering, via ferrata and more.

• Extremely durable ABS shell • Shock absorbing EPS foam inner • Absorbent comfort foam liners • Adjustable Omega headband system • Ventilation holes • 285g Code 134514

Black Diamond Half Dome £54.99 Streamlined for 2019, the Half Dome features a new lowerprofile 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) Size: S/M Code 134006

Edelrid Zodiac £49.99 A classic modern hybrid of tough ABS shell and EPS foam inner, the Zodiac offers lightweight protection for climbing, mountaineering or via ferrata.

• Robust injection-moulded ABS shell • EPS foam inner for shock absorption • Wing-Fit system and rear adjustment dial • Fully adjustable chin strap • Large side vents • 359g Code 134402

Petzl Kid’s Picchu £44.99 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 Code 134505

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MAKING A CARABINER This is the story of how a DMM carabiner goes from being a length of aluminium bar to the finished design that we know and love.

1. DMM design, prototype, test and manufacture all their hardware inhouse at their base in Llanberis.

They’re proud to be doing this 100% in the UK, just as they have done since starting in 1981.

2. Into the workshop and the first job is to chop the bar to length.

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4. Next comes one of DMM’s specialities - hot forging. This process gives the carabiner its features and shaping, moving metal to where it’s needed and removing it from where it’s not required. This is the key to getting the best combination of functionality and strength without a weight penalty. To achieve this, the batch of bars is heated in a furnace, before each individual carabiner is placed on the heated forging dies. As the press crashes down onto the hot metal bar, it forces the metal into the mould and creates everything from the structure to the fine detail, such as the logo and strength ratings.

5. Each carabiner comes out of the hot forge with a ‘flash’. This is the excess metal that was squeezed out of the mould. The flash is clipped off to leave something that looks recognisable as the final carabiner - but very rough around the edges.

6. Next the whole batch undergoes a heat treatment. This homogenises the metal structure and ensures precipitates are fully dissolved to massively boost strength.

In fact, this process can almost double the strength of the carabiner so it’s crucial to the final performance.

7. After the heat treatment, all the sharp edges (left over from the clipping) need to be removed. To do this, the carabiners are put into a rumbling machine, together with conical ceramic chips. The machine shakes the carabiners against the ceramic chips, which gradually remove any sharp edges or burrs. From the rumbling machine, the carabiner goes to be anodised. This increases corrosion resistance, reduces friction and adds colour.

8. Finally, carabiners go into assembly. The gate is added, riveted, checked and tweaked for a perfect action. Every piece goes through intense quality control to ensure there are no structural issues or cosmetic blemishes. This step is actually also done pre-assembly and on final assembly.

9. DMM also test a sample quantity from every batch of 650 - 850 carabiners, stretching the samples to destruction in all the required orientations.

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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

DMM Ceros Screwgate £16.99 The Ceros is designed to minimise the risk of cross-loading. Featuring an internal wiregate, it helps correctly align the carabiner on the belay loop.

• Hot forged I Beam construction • Horn encourages optimal loading • Internal wiregate minimises cross-loading • Clean keylock nose • 20mm gate opening • 86g Strength: 25kN closed/7kN open/7kN minor axis Code 126619

DMM Phantom HMS Screwgate £14.99 The new Phantom HMS is an extremely light and compact HMS carabiner, ideal for belaying and rigging. With an extra-short gate, it can take two clove hitches with ease.

• Hot forged I Beam construction • Optimised round rope-bearing surface • Wide gate opening • Slim and tapering nose • 20mm gate opening • 56g Strength: 25kN closed/7kN open/9kN minor axis Code 126620

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BD FreeWire QuickPack Quickdraws £71.99 A six pack of FreeWire 12cm quickdraws featuring HotWire carabiners, they’re light, versatile and ideal for climbers on a budget.

• HotWire carabiners • Cold forged construction • Wiregates reduce gate whiplash in a fall • 18mm Polyester Dogbone sling • 25mm gate opening • 100g Strength: 24kN closed/8kN open/8kN minor axis Code 127011

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Edelrid Bulletproof Quickdraws Sure to become a regular on your rack, this extremely robust quickdraw features a steel insert in the bent gate’s apex, to prevent premature wear due to rope friction.

• Bullet straight gate for bolt clipping • Bulletproof bent gate for rope clipping • Steel insert prevents premature wear • Variable width 15/22mm polyamide sling • 21mm gate openings • 118g/124g (12cm/18cm) Strength: 27kN closed/8kN open/10kN minor axis 12cm Sling £26.99 Code 127409 18cm Sling £26.99 Code 127410

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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 straight gate for bolt clipping • Alpha Clip bent gate for rope clipping • Variable width 26mm nylon sling • Alpha Pro - 22mm gate opening • Alpha Clip - 25mm gate opening • 115g/117g (12cm/18cm) Strength: 24kN closed/9kN open/8kN minor axis 12cm Sling £21.99 Code 127609 18cm Sling £22.99 Code 127610

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CARABINERS & QUICKDRAWS DMM Spectre 2 Wiregate £6.99 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: Red (960) or Titanium (906) Code 126601

DMM Phantom Wiregate £9.50 Seriously impressive construction whittles weight down to just 28g per ‘biner yet delivers a useable size, rope groove and high strength.

• Highest performance for the lowest weight • Hot forged I Beam construction • Rope groove maintains rope position • Clean keylock nose • 21mm gate opening • 28g Strength: 23kN closed/9kN open/7kN minor axis Code 126600 Five Colour Pack £42.50 Code 126618

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: Icemint (940), Slate (906), Green (930), Violet (950), Red (960) or Yellow (975) Code 126404 Six Colour Pack £49.99 Code 126405

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 £13.50 Code 127602 18cm Sling £13.99 Code 127603 25cm Sling £14.50 Code 127604 Trad Five Pack £67.50 • 1 x 12cm, 3 x 18cm, 1 x 25cm Code 127606

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 £17.99 Code 127600 18cm Sling £18.50 Code 127601 25cm Sling £18.99 Code 127611 60cm Alpine £20.99 Code 127618

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.

• Stiff, durable construction • Holds carabiner with gate open • Lasso clipping and quickdraw removal • Extended length: 238cm/374cm/648cm • Stored length: 55cm/74cm/113cm Ultra Compact £44.99 Code 128903 Super Standard £49.99 Code 128904 Ultra Long £59.99 Code 128905

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Black Diamond Camalot C4 Cams BD has upped the ante on their best-selling cams. Redesigned for 2019, they’re 10% lighter, with more sculpted lobes, updated slings and wider triggers for better handling.

• Lighter 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, 0.4, 0.5 & 0.75 £69.99 each Code 125039 - 042 Size 1 £74.99 Code 125043 Size 2 £79.99 Code 125044 Size 3 £84.99 Code 125045 Size 4 £89.99 Code 125046 Set 0.5, 0.75, 1 & 2 £259.99 Code 125047

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 £65.99 each Code 125632 - 634 Sizes 2 - 3 £70.99 each Code 125635 - 636 Size 4 £72.99 Code 125637 Size 5 £75.99 Code 125638 Size 6 £79.99 Code 125639 Set 00, 0 & 1 £184.99 Code 125640 Set 2, 3 & 4 £189.99 Code 125641

DMM Dragonfly Cams For the narrowest cracks and smallest pockets, you need these new 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 £63.99 each Code 125643 - 648

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 £10.50 each Code 125601 - 606 Sizes 7 - 8 £10.99 each Code 125607 - 608 Sizes 9 - 11 £11.50 each Code 125609 - 611 Set 1 - 6 £50.99 Code 125614 Set 7 - 11 £50.99 Code 125615 Set 1 - 11 £89.99 Code 125616

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 • 374g (Set 1 - 4) Code 125617

DMM Passive Protection Package £174.99 This comprehensive passive protection set includes 20 pieces, ranging from a size 1 Wallnut to a hefty size 4 Torque nut. It makes the perfect starter set or rack builder.

• Wallnut Set 1 - 11 • Alloy Offset Set 7 - 11 • Torque Nut Set 1 - 4 Code 125631

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PROTECTION & SLINGS Black Diamond Express Ice Screws With a retractable handle, advanced tooth geometry and large crank knob, the Express Ice Screw achieves uninterrupted 360° motion for easier starting and faster placement.

• Chromoly steel screw • Advanced tooth geometry • Stainless steel hanger with two clip points • Large crank knob allows 360° motion • Colour coded for easy indexing Strength: 10kN 13cm £50.99 Code 124001 16cm £51.99 Code 124002 19cm £52.99 Code 124003 22cm £53.99 Code 124004

DMM Deadman £39.99 A well-buried Deadman can be your only option for belay and protection on insecure snow slopes, essential for classic Scottish winter gullies.

• Stainless steel striker plate • Epoxy powder coated for durability • Lightening holes reduce weight • 4mm galvanised wire • 360g Code 124600

DMM Bulldog Ice Anchor £29.99 In winter nothing is guaranteed - least of all bomber ice screws! The Bulldog can be hammered into frozen turf and icy cracks for extra security in marginal conditions.

• Hammering area speeds up placement • Positive removal fin • Lightening holes reduce weight • Extendable Dyneema sling • 150g Strength: 15kN Code 124601

Edelrid Aramid Cord Sling 6mm This dense tubular sling is perfect for threads; maintaining its shape, it can be pushed up through narrow gaps where normal slings couldn’t reach.

• 6mm Aramid sling • Stiff and great for threads Strength: 22kN 60cm £10.99 Code 130400 120cm £15.99 Code 130401

DMM Dynatec Sling 8mm These 8mm Dynatec Dyneema slings maintain a constant width and can make huge weight savings on your rack.

• Lightweight 8mm Dyneema sling • Enables use of very narrow threads Strength: 22kN 60cm £7.50 Code 130600 120cm £12.99 Code 130601 240cm £18.99 Code 130602

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 £39.99 Code 130500 Adjust Dual £48.99 Code 130501

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 Five Pack £40.99 60cm £6.99 Code 130604 • 2 x 60cm, 2 x 120cm, 1 x 240cm 120cm £10.99 Code 130605 Code 130608 240cm £18.50 Code 130606

DMM Nylon Sling 16mm This nylon sling provides long-term reliability, making it ideal for heavy use or use on rough rock types such as gritstone.

• 16mm nylon sling • Durable and abrasion resistant Strength: 22kN 60cm £4.99 Code 130609 120cm £7.99 Code 130610 240cm £13.99 Code 130611

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TOP TIPS for TRAD CLIMBING

by Natalie Berry

Natalie Berry on ‘Star of the Sea’ E1 5b at Aurora Geo, Isle of Lewis, Scotland.

Photos: Chris Prescott - Hot Aches Productions

Natalie discovered climbing at the age of nine, and it quickly took over her life. She joined the GB Youth Climbing Team aged just 11, competing worldwide at an international level. By 18, she had swapped the indoor plastic for outdoor sport, followed with her first forays into ice and trad; the UK has a rich heritage of trad climbing, and she wanted to be a part of that. Now aged 27, Natalie continues

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to push her all-round climbing skill set with sport, bouldering, trad and alpine ambitions!

A coach and mentor too, here Natalie shares some of the things she’s learned about trad climbing: The easier routes are often the scariest.

that it was even more useful for the mental side of trad climbing. I have often made the mistake of thinking of a climb as one big, daunting route. Instead of choosing designated rest spots to scope out the next section, I would try and tackle a route as one big challenge, getting blinkered by each move in isolation.

Changing your approach and breaking down the climb into manageable parts helps to keep you composed.

The most scared I remember being on a trad climb was on an easier route, when I was learning to place gear. My placements were decent, but due to the nature of the climb following up a slabby corner with rock surrounding me on all sides, it was rather daunting. The idea of falling and tumbling down a corner on this easier Fear of failure is often more of a hindrance than fear of falling. climb was far less appealing than falling off a tricky move on a vertical E4 headwall, 80m above the sea! Some exposure can be more comforting than being hemmed I have frequently spent considerably more time thinking of the consequences in by rock, which must put a lot of people off trying slightly steeper, harder trad. of falling off and failing than the actual physical consequences of falling itself.

Excessive pressure to succeed can lead to an inability to relax through Take your time when learning. focusing too heavily on the end goal. Breaking the route into chunks as I Going for things gung-ho isn’t what gets people up the hardest trad routes. Being bold mentioned above is a technique I use to mark checkpoints along the way, is the result of a calculated assessment of your situation and your response to it; it's which helps you realise that it’s just a piece of rock with a subjective letter and not necessarily a trait that is set in stone and always functions efficiently. We all have number attached to it! days when we feel more fragile or more daring! Gaining gear placement and removal A bit of aggression can help. skills through seconding with an experienced partner is the safest learning method.

Tip: Weight some pieces of gear to learn to trust your placements. Place some gear at Thinking back to when I climbed Dalriada E7 6b on The Cobbler, one moment the bottom of a crag above a mat and hang off them, or if you’re at a sport crag with really stood out as a point where I decided to just go for it. I was once again at the position where I had given up on my first attempt. As my thoughts drifted back to suitable rock, place some gear and clip some bolts alternately for practice. where I was just one week before, I let out an assertive power-scream to show Breaking the route down into sections helps your head. myself that I meant business. As long as you trust your gear, getting assertive with From my experience of redpointing hard sport climbs, I knew that breaking a climb is a great way to push fear away and get you trying harder physically. A climbs down into manageable chunks was key to success, but it became apparent relaxed yet assertive approach is key.

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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.

TYPES 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 35m 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.

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.

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.

Brand

Model

Diameter (mm)

Lengths (m)

Type

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

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Ideal Usage

Dry Treatment

Impact Force (kN) Number of Falls

Sheath %

Weight (per metre)

Beal

Joker Unicore

9.1

60, 70, 80

Sport & Alpine

Sheath

8.2 / 6.0 / 9.5

5 / 20 / >25

35%

52g

Edelrid

Eagle Lite

9.5

60, 70, 80

Sport & Indoor

-

9.0

9

36%

62g

Edelrid

Parrot

9.8

50, 60

Sport & Indoor

-

8.8

7

40%

62g

Beal

Virus

10.0

35, 50, 60

Sport & Indoor

-

7.8

8

34%

63g

Edelrid

Python

10.0

30, 50, 60

Sport & Indoor

-

8.9

8

38%

64g

Edelrid

Kestrel Pro Dry

8.5

50, 60

Ice & Alpine

Core & Sheath

6.4

16

50%

48g

Edelrid

Confidence

8.0

20, 30

Walking

-

-

-

-

41g

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CLIMBING ROPES Beal Virus 10.0mm The Virus is a versatile single rope compatible with a variety of belay devices. With a 10mm diameter, it gives a great balance of performance, price and weight.

• 100% Nylon Bluesign yarn • Easy to handle and control • Impact force: 7.8kN • Falls: 8 • 63g/m 35m £54.99 Code 137510 50m £79.99 Code 137507 60m £94.99 Code 137508

Edelrid Python 10.0mm A classic, high-quality entry-level single rope. With a 10mm diameter and Thermo Shield finish, it’s easy to handle and will work well with a range of belay devices.

• Thermo Shield finish for perfect handling • 3D lap coiled for immediate use without tangling • Impact Force: 8.9kN • Falls: 8 • 64g/m Colours: Oasis Stone (900) or Blue (940) 30m £64.99 Code 137439 50m £99.99 Code 137440 60m £114.99 Code 137441

Edelrid Eagle Lite 9.5mm This lightweight, compact single rope has a Thermo Shield finish for perfect handling. Using state-ofthe-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 • Impact Force: 9kN • Falls: 9 • 62g/m 60m £149.99 Code 137443 70m £169.99 Code 137444 80m £189.99 Code 137445

Beal Joker Unicore 9.1mm Ideal for experienced climbers, the Joker can be used as a single, half or twin rope. Unicore technology and a Dry Cover treatment ensure smooth handling, water resistance and more.

• Dry Cover treatment for water/dirt repellency • Unicore technology increases rope lifespan • Impact force: 8.2kN/6kN/9.5kN (single/half/twin) • Falls: 5/20/>25 (single/half/twin) • 52g/m 60m £144.99 Code 137502 70m £169.99 Code 137503 80m £194.99 Code 137504

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 £99.99 Code 137436 60m £114.99 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 £39.99 Light yet burly, the Classic Rope Bag will fit an 80m rope and a few extras to boot.

• Full size tarp keeps rope dirt-free • Colour coded tie-in points • Zipped valuables pocket • 650g Capacity: 31 litres Colours: Blue (940), Grey (906) or Red (960) Code 132604

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Petzl Grigri+ £99.99 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 £64.99 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 £17.99 Black Diamond’s ATC has a classic smooth-handling design, for belaying and abseiling with single or double ropes.

• Smooth-handling geometry • Large surface area dissipates heat • Ropes from 7.7mm - 11mm • 60g Colours: Black (901) or Purple (950) Code 128003

Climbing Technology Click Up + £79.99 Use this innovative manual assisted braking device for belaying a leader or a top-roping climber. Its VProof system helps reduce chances of error from incorrect handling of the rope while braking.

• Hot forged for strength and lightness • V-Proof system with mobile partition • Includes Concept SGL HC HMS carabiner • Single ropes from 8.5mm - 11mm • 110g Colours: Blue (940) or Orange (980) Code 128800

Petzl Reverso £27.99 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 • Rope compatibility: Single 8.5mm - 10.5mm, Half 7.1mm - 9.2mm, Twin 6.9mm - 9.2mm • 57g Colours: Grey (906) or Green (930) 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 • Guide: Ropes from 8.1mm - 11mm • Alpine Guide: Ropes from 6.9mm - 9mm • Guide: 80g, Alpine Guide: 73g 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 own 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 8.5mm - 11mm • Half/twin ropes from 7.3mm - 9.2mm • 54g Colours: BLT (906), Blue (940) or Red (960) Code 128605

Black Diamond Big Air XP Package £29.99 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.

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

DMM Beetle/Belay Master 2 Set £27.99 This belay set pairs DMM’s easy to use Beetle belay device with the Belay Master 2 for enhanced safety - its clip will only lock once the barrel is screwed shut.

• Beetle belay device • Regular and high friction modes • Single ropes from 8.5mm - 11mm • Half/twin ropes from 7.3mm - 9.2mm • Belay Master 2 carabiner • Nylon clip stops cross loading • 147g Code 128606

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BELAY & ROPE CONTROL Petzl Fixe £21.99 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 Oscillante £13.99 Aluminium side plates and nylon sheave give an excellent strength to weight ratio and make the Oscillante ideal for emergency situations like crevasse rescue.

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

Petzl Micro Traxion £73.99 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 8mm - 11mm • 85g Code 128516

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 £51.50 Code 128518 Right Hand £51.50 Code 128519

Edelrid Ohm £109.99 The problem: climbing with a partner where there’s a significant weight difference.

The solution: the Ohm, an assisted-braking resistor that increases friction without affecting handling.

• Assisted-braking resistor • Rope handling not affected • Breaking strength: 20kN • Ropes from 8.6mm - 11mm • 360g Code 128406

Petzl Shunt £57.99 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 10mm - 11mm • Double ropes from 8mm - 11mm • 188g Code 128507

Metolius Belay Glasses £54.99 Keep a close eye on your climbing partner with these glasses; they reflect the straight-up image directly into your eyes, so you don’t have to look up when belaying.

• Low-profile for enhanced peripheral vision • Prism size optimised for excellent viewing • Microfibre cleaning cloth • Durable case • 45g Code 128700

Black Diamond Crag Half-Finger Glove £17.99 Ideal for belaying and via ferrata, these lightweight gloves feature reinforced thumb and index fingers along with padding to protect the knuckles.

• Breathable stretch mesh fabric • Synthetic leather palm and fingers • Reinforced index finger and thumb • Additional knuckle padding • 50g Sizes: S - L Code 128008

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BOULDERING Snap Wham £379.99 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 Colour: Green/Burgundy/Green (930) Code 131905

Snap Stamina £224.99 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 Colour: Green/Curry/Green (930) Code 131906

Snap Hop £169.99 The Hop is a simple, streamlined bouldering mat that offers reliable landing comfort, fall after fall. Adjustable shoulder straps and a hingestyle 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 Colour: Green/Black (930) Code 131907

Metolius Session II Crash Pad £169.99 The Session II offers boulderers durability, protection and practicality at a great price, featuring 4" foam for reliable impact absorption and an easy-loading flap closure system that can be reversed to cover the shoulder straps.

• Burly 900 denier outer • 4" sandwich foam absorbs impact • Logo rug for cleaning shoes • Angled hinge eliminates gutter • Reversible flap closure system Colours: Grey/Black (906) or Green/Black (930) Code 131724

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Metolius Floor Mat £9.99 Before going for the send, wipe your feet on this floor mat; clean feet, clean rock.

• Auto-carpet upper • Durable waterproof backing • Reinforced corner eyelet Code 131721

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BOULDERING Black Diamond Bouldering Brush Combining boar hair bristles with a tapered design BD’s Bouldering Brush helps transform greasy crimps and slopers.

• Boar hair bristles • Tapered head and bristles • Handle gives good clearance Medium £9.99 Code 131005 Small £7.99 Code 131006

Metolius Solid Wood Brush £6.99 Made with horse hair bristles, this classic wooden bouldering brush enables effective cleaning of rock and plastic alike.

• Horse hair bristles • Solid wood handle Code 131723

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 Brush £4.99 The iconic Lapis bouldering brush lets you clean dirty holds with ease.

• Boar hair bristles • High hair density aids cleaning • Hole for cord attachment Colours: Assorted Code 131920

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

Metolius Finger Tape £4.50 A big, wide reel of finger tape for those with injuries or a liking for hand jams!

• Cotton athletic tape • Includes taping suggestions • 3.8cm x 10m Colours: White (900), Lime Green (930), Pink (968), Gold (970) or Blue (940) Code 131703

Rock Technologies Finger Tape £2.99 Zinc oxide tape for protecting finger joints from injury while climbing.

• Zinc oxide tape • Includes taping suggestions • 1.25cm x 10m Code 131750

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TOP 5 WA YS TO IMPROVE YOUR CLIMBING all else, remember to “ Above enjoy the process as you are most likely to improve when you’re having fun!

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For many, climbing is more than just a sport or a hobby; it has a habit of taking over our entire lives! It can be thrilling to stumble upon climbing at one of the many superb indoor facilities and most people quickly find themselves addicted and hungry to improve.

There is a wealth of training information out there online, yet it is surprisingly difficult to distil this into a simple doctrine. So for those who are keen to cut to the chase and crush, here is a collection of some of my tastiest tips.

1 EMPHASISE QUALITY AND VARIETY

5 MAXIMISE SKILLS AND KEEP YOUR HEAD IN GEAR!

Don’t over-do it. Climbing differs notably to aerobic sports and weight training where the mantra ‘no pain, no gain’ prevails. Climbing places strain on small fragile tendons and the common mistakes are doing too much or going too-fasttoo-soon. Three or four high quality two-hour sessions a week with good recovery in between will always produce better results than going to the wall 5 or 6 times and thrashing away. If you’re new to the sport then stay away from fingerboards and campus boards and focus on gaining technique by climbing on different holds and on angled-walls. Be wary of spending too long sieging projects especially on overhangs (which place more load on the arms) and instead, aim to climb a volume of problems (say 20-30 each session). There’s no need to give training a second thought unless you’ve been climbing at least a year. In contrast, if you get too strong, too quickly you will find it much harder to learn techniques afterwards.

If you’ve been climbing for a while then try splitting your climbing into ‘phases’ of say a month in length, where the aim is to work more on either strength or endurance, but keep all plates spinning and avoid focusing exclusively on one thing, or your gains will be offset by losses in other areas.

These days the disconnect between indoor and outdoor climbing seems greater than ever and the biggest challenge is adapting your skills to the rock. Use your warm-up climbs to focus on ‘technique drills’; e.g: precise feet, straight arms, relaxed grip, fluid movement and deep breathing. Try to visit new walls and expose yourself to as much variety as possible rather than ‘lapping’ the same old stuff. If possible, try to train endurance on a leading wall to keep the associated skills (clipping, resting etc.) topped up and help you to keep your head in gear for falling.

Above all else, remember to enjoy the process as you are most likely to improve when you’re having fun!

Neil Gresham is one of Britain’s best known all-rounders. He has climbed E10 and F8c+/9a and WI7 and has been at the forefront of coaching for 25 years.

Neil is a technical representative for La Sportiva, Petzl and Osprey.

2 GET STRONG Being strong for climbing does not mean being good at weights. The best method is bouldering, with some supportive fingerboard work for those who are ready. As a rule of thumb you should have at least 2 years experience and be climbing at least V4 before before using a fingerboard. With bouldering sessions, try to work on overhanging problems but note that finger strength is the priority so don’t go so steep that you can only use jugs. With fingerboards, the most important grip to focus on is the half-crimp (fingers bent at 90 degrees). Hang and aim to hit failure between 5 and 10 seconds and do 3 – 6 sets, subject to time and ability.

You can do arm and core work at the end of climbing sessions but don’t do deadhangs if your fingers are already tired from climbing.

3 AVOID INJURY! Always warm-up by doing some light cardio and mobility exercises (such as armswings and hip circles) then build progressively up through the grades. Never jump from easy to hard without doing mid-grade stuff as a stepping-stone. Do some supportive conditioning work to train your antagonist (opposition) muscles and prevent injuries that are associated with muscular imbalances. Key exercises are press-ups and finger extensions (using an elastic forearm extensor trainer). Do this a minimum of twice a week, either on rest days or at the end of climbing sessions.

4 DON’T FORGET ENDURANCE Most modern climbing walls are set up for bouldering and the result is that endurance training often gets overlooked. If you wish to be good at routes then seek out a decent circuit board and do laps, e.g. 20 – 40 hand moves for ‘power endurance’ (the type of fitness required for sport climbing) and 50 – 80 moves for ‘long endurance’ (the type of fitness required for trad climbing). Do 5 or 6 circuits for power endurance or 3 or 4 circuits for long endurance with rest times roughly equal to climbing time. Try to keep the difficulty level fairly constant and avoid going to ‘failure’ until the last couple of climbs.

Neil on-sighting The Devil’s Alternative E6 6b at Shepherd’s Crag.

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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 Simulator 3D £79.99 The number one resin training board is tapered in three dimensions for better ergonomics and forearm clearance.

• Fine textured resin • Includes jugs, slopers and pockets • Mounting hardware • Training guide Code 131704

Metolius Rock Rings 3D £44.99 These portable Rock Rings have a range of holds and free-hanging design that allows rotation of joints to help reduce injury.

• Fine textured resin • Jugs and pockets • Training guide Code 131706

Gibbon Classic Line X13 Tree Pro Set £59.99 An excellent introduction to slacklining, this set includes everything you need. Easy to use and very durable, it’s ideal for beginners and all-rounders alike.

• 5cm flat polyester webbing • Steel ratchet with safety lock • Handle grip for efficient tensioning • Includes Tree Wear protection • 15m length (12.5m+2.5m ratchet sling) • 3.2kg Strength: 40kN Code 131853

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 £3.50 Code 132050 150ml Liquid Chalk £9.99 Code 132051 56g Block £1.99 Code 132052 100g Loose £4.50 Code 132053 200g Loose £7.50 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

DMM Edge Boulder Bucket £27.99 The ultimate boulder bucket: stable, secure and practical, you can carry chalk, tape, brushes and more with ease.

• Double-seal chalk closure • Zipped pocket • Velcro pocket • Four brush slots Colours: Grey (906), Blue (940) or Red (960) Code 132603

Snap Big Chalk Bucket £31.99 Snap’s fleece-lined bucket will hold plenty of chalk, keeping sweaty fingers at bay so you can perform at your best.

• TPU coated recycled polyester • Roll-down top • Fleece lined interior • Zipped pocket Colours: Green (930), Burgundy (960) or Curry (970) Code 131908

Snap Chalk Pocket Zip £16.99 With a zipped pocket, you can keep your chalk and more close to hand; ideal for long routes and laps on the circuit board alike.

• Drawstring closure • Zipped pocket • Webbing belt with buckle Colours: Green (930), Burgundy (960) or Curry (970) Code 131909

Black Diamond Mojo Zip Chalk Bag £17.99 This classic chalk bag includes a zipped pocket for stashing your phone, keys or climbing essentials.

• Pliable wire brim for easy access • Fleece lined interior • Zipped pocket and brush holder • Webbing belt with buckle Colours: Black/Slate (902) or Astral Blue/Slate (942) Code 132010

Petzl Bandi Chalk Bag £14.99 A classic cylinder-shape chalk bag that’s easy to use - it can be opened with one hand.

• Drawstring and cordlock closure • Brush holder • Webbing belt with buckle Colours: Grey (907) or Methyl Blue (940) Code 132500

DMM Tube Chalk Bag £12.99 This simple but effective DMM chalk bag is fantastic value.

• Chalk proof closure • Deep pile lining • Brush holder Colours: Grey (906), Blue (940) or Red (960) Code 132601

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Black Diamond Reactor £219.99 The Reactor is optimised for pure ice climbing yet also capable of outstanding mixed performance.

A leashless style featuring BD’s Natural Ice Pick, the open angle and low-volume tip make placement easy.

• Extruded aluminium shaft • Steel head with aluminium side plate • Open pick angle optimised for ice climbing • Adjustable offset grip fits all hand sizes • T rated • 610g Code 122016

ICE AXES 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) 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 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) Adze £199.99 Code 122014 Hammer £199.99 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) Adze £184.99 Code 122118 Hammer £184.99 Code 122119

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ICE AXES DMM Cirque £89.99 A classic walking axe reimagined for modern mountaineers. Strong yet sleek, it offers supersecure 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

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DMM Freedom Leash £17.50 Give your axes a new leash of life. With the Freedom leash, you get the benefits of leashless climbing without risking the loss of valuable tools.

• Oversized attachment loop • 42g Code 122654

Freedom Leash/Phantom Pack £33.50 • Oversized attachment loop • Includes two Phantom Wiregate carabiners • 94g Code 122655

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 Protectors £3.75 Protect yourself and your kit from sharp axe spikes with these simple rubber caps.

• Durable rubber • Protects ice axe spike • Hole to attach cord • Two pack 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 £189.99 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 Cramp-o-Matic binding Code 123136

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 • Dual points for ice climbing • Integrated Antisnow plates • 1000g Leverlock Universal binding Code 123502

Grivel G14 £189.99 The pre-eminent technical crampon; forged vertical front points give excellent penetration in hard ice while the low-profile adjustable frame brings your foot closer to the ice or rock.

• 3D relief stamped chromoly steel • Hot forged front points • Mono or dual point system • Anti-balling plates included • Low-profile rear adjustment lever • 1240g Cramp-o-Matic binding Code 123122 New-Matic binding Code 123123

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 Leverlock Universal binding Code 123503

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 Cramp-o-Matic binding Code 123124 New-Matic binding Code 123125

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 Leverlock Universal binding Code 123504

Brand

Crampon

Binding

Grivel

G22 Plus

Cramp-o-Matic

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

G14 G14 G12 G12 Air Tech Monte Rosa Ski Tour Lynx Sarken Vasak Irvis Leopard Leopard

Cramp-o-Matic New-Matic Cramp-o-Matic New-Matic New-Matic New Classic Ski Matic 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

12 12 12 12 12 12 10 10 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 Chromoly steel Carbon steel Carbon steel & light alloy Tempered steel Tempered steel Tempered steel Tempered steel Aluminium Aluminium

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

C3

Ideal

-

-

-

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

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

Ideal Ideal Ideal Suitable Ideal Ideal Ideal Suitable Suitable

Ideal Ideal Ideal

Ideal Suitable Suitable Suitable Ideal -

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CRAMPONS Grivel Air Tech £129.99 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 New-Matic binding Code 123129

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 Flexlock binding Code 123505

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 New Classic binding Code 123131

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 Leverlock Fil binding Code 123507 Flexlock binding Code 123506

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 Ski Matic binding Code 123134

CRAMPONS Photo: Marc Daviet - Petzl.

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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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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NATIONWIDE SHOPS

LONDON SHOPS COVENT GARDEN 10-12 Southampton St, WC2E 7HA t: 0207 395 1010 e: tower.house@ellis-brigham.com Real Ice Climbing Wall KENSINGTON HIGH ST 178 Kensington High St, W8 7RG t: 0207 937 6889 e: kensington@ellis-brigham.com WESTFIELD STRATFORD 138 The Street, E20 1EN t: 0203 170 5706 e: stratford@ellis-brigham.com

REGIONAL SHOPS AVIEMORE 9-10 Grampian Road, PH22 1RH t: 01479 810 175 e: aviemore@ellis-brigham.com BRISTOL 160 Whiteladies Road, BS8 2XZ t: 0117 974 1157 e: bristol@ellis-brigham.com CASTLEFORD LEEDS Xscape Yorkshire, WF10 4TA t: 01977 522 040 e: castleford@ellis-brigham.com Real Snow Demo Store CHELMSFORD 106-108 Bond Street, CM1 1GH t: 01245 847894 e: chelmsford@ellis-brigham.com CHESTER 35 Bridge Street Row, CH1 1NW t: 01244 318311 e: chester@ellis-brigham.com FORT WILLIAM St. Mary’s Hall, Belford Road, PH33 6BT t: 01397 706 220 e: fort.william@ellis-brigham.com GLASGOW BRAEHEAD intu Braehead, PA4 8XQ t: 0141 885 4700 e: braehead@ellis-brigham.com Real Snow Demo Store LIVERPOOL 73 Bold Street, L1 4EZ t: 0151 709 6912 e: liverpool@ellis-brigham.com MANCHESTER 130 Deansgate, M3 2GQ t: 0161 837 6140 e: manchester@ellis-brigham.com Real Ice Climbing Wall MANCHESTER OUTLET STORE Wellington Mill, Duke St, M3 4NF t: 0161 211 6200 e: castlefield@ellis-brigham.com

SHOP ONLINE Buying online from Ellis Brigham is safe and easy, we have been in this game for many years and you can trust our products and services. Our website is packed full of amazing kit plus loads more content, news, reviews, video feeds, kit lists etc... and we have experienced staff on the end of the phone (no faceless call centres) if you need to speak to an expert for extra advice. Don’t forget that our nationwide chain of UK shops is always there to back up our mail order service.

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Delivery is £3.95 for orders under £150. Goods are dispatched within 2 working days (3-5 days if goods sourced from shops). Next Day Delivery is £6.95: order before 1pm for next day delivery on eligible items*. (Orders placed over the weekend will be delivered on Tuesday.) *Go to www.ellis-brigham.com for all delivery options.

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