Gear Lab

Independent, field-tested reviews of the hardware that keeps us off the ground. From the best quickdraws of 2026 to sustainable ropes and harnesses, we break down the specs so you can build a rack that lasts.

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Best Climbing Shoes for Beginners 2026 — Five Years in the Same Pair
ByBasti June 17, 2026June 17, 2026

Best Climbing Shoes for Beginners 2026 Five beginner climbing shoes reviewed and rated. Complete Gear Starter…

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Climbing Accessories 2026 – 5 Small Bits of Kit That Make a Big Difference
ByBasti May 29, 2026May 30, 2026

Climbing Accessories 2026: The Practical Extras That Actually Make a Difference Not the big gear —…

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Rockfax Digital Review: The Best Climbing Topo App for UK & European Van Lifers?
ByBasti May 22, 2026May 22, 2026

App Review Rockfax Digital Review: Is the UK’s Best Climbing App Worth the Subscription? Professional-grade topos,…

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Best Approach Shoes for Climbing 2026
ByBasti May 11, 2026May 11, 2026

Best Approach Shoes for Climbing 2026 Five approach shoes tested across European crags — from granite…

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Best Climbing Slings & Runners 2026 – Dyneema vs Nylon Compared
ByBasti May 7, 2026May 11, 2026

Best Climbing Slings, Runners & Cordelettes 2026 Dyneema vs nylon, 60cm vs 120cm, alpine draws vs…

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Best Cams & Nuts for Trad Climbing 2026 – Reviews & Buyer’s Guide
ByBasti May 4, 2026May 11, 2026

🪨 Trad Gear Guide 2026 Best Cams & Nuts for Trad Climbing 2026:Nuts, Cams & Protection…

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Beginner Climbing Gear List 2026 – Everything You Need to Start Climbing Outdoors
ByBasti April 30, 2026May 11, 2026

🧗 Complete Gear Guide · 2026 Beginner Climbing Gear List 2026 – What to Buy and…

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Best Climbing Chalk Bags 2026 – Reviews, Types & Chalk Buying Guide
ByBasti April 27, 2026May 13, 2026

Climbing Chalk Bags 2026: Types, Reviews & The Complete Chalk Guide Everything you ever wanted to…

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Best Climbing Helmets 2026 – Reviews & Buying Guide for Sport & Trad
ByBasti April 24, 2026May 11, 2026

Best Climbing Helmets 2026: Reviews & Buying Guide Five helmets compared for sport, trad, and all-day…

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Best Climbing Quickdraws 2026 – Comparison Guide for Sport Climbers
ByBasti April 22, 2026May 11, 2026

Best Climbing Quickdraws 2026 – Wire Gate, Alpine Draw & Sport Sets Reviewed In-depth reviews, scoring,…

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Best HMS Carabiners 2026 – Belay & Locking Carabiners Reviewed
ByBasti April 14, 2026May 24, 2026

Five HMS carabiners tested for sport and trad belaying in Europe — screwgate vs auto-lock, weight, gate clearance, and which one belongs on your harness.

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Best Belay Devices 2026 – Comparison Guide for Sport & Trad Climbing
ByBasti April 9, 2026May 11, 2026

Best Belay Devices 2026 – GriGri, ATC & Assisted Braking Devices Compared In-depth reviews, scoring, and…

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Best Climbing Harnesses 2026 – Sport & Trad Reviews for All-Day Comfort
ByBasti April 2, 2026May 11, 2026

🪢 Gear Guide 2026 Best Climbing Harnesses for All-Day Comfort 2026 Five harnesses tested for sport,…

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Best Climbing Ropes 2026: How to Choose the Right set for your Climbing
ByBasti March 2, 2026May 14, 2026

Best Climbing Ropes 2026: Complete Comparison Guide In-depth reviews, scoring, and comparison of 6 top climbing…

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Best Climbing Backpacks 2026 – Crag Packs for Sport, Trad & Multi-Pitch
ByBasti February 25, 2026May 11, 2026

Best Climbing Backpacks 2026 – Crag Packs, Multi-Pitch & Approach reviewed In-depth reviews, scoring, and comparison…

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Best Climbing Apps for Europe 2026 – The Topo, Rockfax & Offline Topos Compared
ByBasti February 4, 2026May 28, 2026

Best Climbing Apps for Europe 2026 – The Topo, Rockfax & Offline Topos Compared The Ultimate…

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