Tales from the crag
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In the mag this month
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Almscliff for mortals: Bernard Newman recommends five top routes for a stress-free introduction to this classic crag.
Turkish delight: John Horscroft gives the beta on Antalya - the hot ticket for winter sun and dry rock. The ultimate in convinience climbing.
Avalanche safety: Bruce Goodlad looks at the good and the bad in avalanche transceivers , for winter climbing and ski touring.
Fact or fiction? Top 10 training myths dispelled by resident training guru Neil Gresham.
Plus! Lancashire Caving & Climbing Club, Lovely Lines: Russet Groove, Libby Peter: Mulit-pitch Essentials. Ed Douglas: Fallen Giants, Short Haul: Sella, Homegrown: Snowsleds, Stone Circles: Huntsham.
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Winter Skills part 3: Scottish mixed climbing, written in association with the experts at Glenmore Lodge, covering techniques & training, protection & equipment, grades & ethics.
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Features
There has been a lot of talk generated recently by the current headpointing grade debate. Don't miss Adam Wainwright's feature discussing this topic, which is now live on the website. If you have any comments on issues raised here then let us know via the Climber forum.
With winter looming check out Neil Gresham's Urban Climber UK Masterclass, for his top 10 technique tips for indoor climbing. John Horscroft's popular Crag of the Month and Lovely Lines series has now been added, so don't miss these as they continue through out the year. Also Libby Peter's mid-grade crag tour is now ready for viewing. Plus technical articles that everyone should read, on abseiling and self rescue
To complement the third and final part of our successful Alpine Climber series, which came with the July issue of Climber, we have added the Alpine Climber part two supplement to the features library. Enjoy! Other recent additions include old school bouldering venue Langdale Boulders, and a look at the role it plays in contemporary climbing culture. Plus a look back at the Alpine Club and Joe Brown: The Gritstone Legacy. Plus training FAQs in Neil Gresham's Training Hotline. Plus Baggy Point and Pembroke, Weekend Climber and North Wales Rock.
Every month Climber features a range of articles covering both UK and overseas destinations, gear and training. But if you want a little extra, then you're in the right place!
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