Wondering how grip strength affects your climbing performance? Check out this interesting article by Dr. Paul Draga of UMIT, who conducted a detailed study on the subject using our custom campus slats.
Series: the basics of grip training: Ch. 2-Chapter for beginners and the basics of safe grasping In the climbing community, the belief has been established that the grappleboard is a training device reserved for advanced climbers, and that for less experienced riders, training of this kind can be very injurious. There is a lot of…
After shoes, harness, quickdraws, chalk bag, and rope, a portable hangboard might be the most important item on any climber’s gear list. Owning one won’t save your life (like a rope or harness), but it will protect you from injuries. Additionally, proper use of a portable hangboard will allow you to fully utilize every trip…
Overcoming difficult climbing routes requires more than just grip strength. Precise footwork, understanding and utilizing the forces at play during climbing, as well as advanced body and mind work are crucial. However, at a certain level, even the best skills may prove insufficient when encountering a route with overly demanding holds. In such moments, finger…
hangboard is a training tool used by climbers to improve the strength and endurance of their fingers, wrists and arms. It is a device that focuses on grip training, which is crucial when climbing in rocks or climbing walls. Gripboard is a useful tool for developing climbing skills, both for beginners and advanced climbers. Basics…
