Tales from the crag

Andy McCue bouldering at Caley. Photo: Joe Killick

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In the mag this month

Each issue is packed with climbing information and details coverage of worldwide and UK climbing news and articles, climbing gear reviews, stunning climbing photos plus great competitions.
Whether you are new to climbing or an experienced climber this magazine has something for everyone.
Our latest issue includes...

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Photos & Videos

Check out the most recent photo gallery additions below. More great snaps over at our Gallery...

Neil Colqhoun nearing the top of Oracle (HS 4b), Bamford Edge.

Posted by STEW MOODY on 30 Apr 2013

Kitten Claws, E3 5c at Carreg-y-Barcud, North Pembrokeshire

Posted by Alun Lewis on 03 May 2013

Neil on the lower section of Oracle. It was green, but the holds were positive.

Posted by STEW MOODY on 09 May 2013

Articles

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REVIEW: Cold Wars - Andy Kirkpatrick
A review of Cold Wars, the follow-up to Psychovertical and the second installment in the life-story of British alpinist Andy Kirkpatrick.

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Staying Safe Part 1: Abseil Smart
Libby Peter gives chapter and verse on best practice for this essential aspect of climbing ropework.

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Rock Essentials: Dolerite
Libby Peter's Rock Essentials series continues with a look at the technical and footwork-requiring Dolerite - where to find it, how to climb it, how to place gear in it and it's special features and hazards.

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Competition

Here at Climber magazine we love to give our readers the chance to win great prizes, here are the latest great prizes up for grabs in our free to enter online competition . . .