New to bouldering? Here’s what’s actually worth buying, from shoes and finger tape to training aids
• From turbo trainers to running buggies: the fitness gear that made you fitter
Bouldering and climbing have become hugely popular. What was once a niche hobby is now an Olympic sport, and with bouldering gyms popping up across the UK, it’s an exciting time to join the climbing community.
Various weird and wonderful products that promise to up your climbing game are now available, but which ones do you need? As an avid climber who’s tried countless training tools over the past eight years, I have a good idea of what works and what doesn’t – because I’ve spent a lot of money finding out the hard way.
Continue reading… New to bouldering? Here’s what’s actually worth buying, from shoes and finger tape to training aids• From turbo trainers to running buggies: the fitness gear that made you fitterBouldering and climbing have become hugely popular. What was once a niche hobby is now an Olympic sport, and with bouldering gyms popping up across the UK, it’s an exciting time to join the climbing community.Various weird and wonderful products that promise to up your climbing game are now available, but which ones do you need? As an avid climber who’s tried countless training tools over the past eight years, I have a good idea of what works and what doesn’t – because I’ve spent a lot of money finding out the hard way. Continue reading… Fitness, Health & wellbeing, Hobbies, Life and style