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5 Gifts for Climbers under $50 (A Guide for Non-Climbers)
From the perspective of a climber, climbers are super easy to buy presents for. Being a largely gear intensive sport, there is so many things that a climber needs. Despite... -
The Ultimate Outdoor Lover's Gift Guide
This time of year can always be tricky to find that perfect thing for that perfect someone. But do not fret! We have done the hard yards for you... -
The Vertical Life Film Tour 2020 - Climbing Film Festival
It's getting to that time of the year when climbers are starting to think of what what projects they could send or what new areas they could visit with a... -
The Ultimate Canyoning Gear Guide
This canyoning guide provides an overview of equipment that should be considered for canyons in the Blue Mountains, which in general are warmer and have much lower water flows unlike... -
Beginner Rock Climbing Gear FAQs
We get asked a lot of questions, especially by people who are new to the climbing scene about how to buy, use and care for their gear. Below are the... -
Where City Meets The Stone - Lucas Corroto short climbing film featuring Mitch Tasker
Some inspiration for you! “Where The City | Meets The Stone” is a portrait about local Sydney climber, Mitchell Tasker, and his thoughts on what it really means to be... -
Shit Happens - How To Prepare For An Emergency On Your Outdoor Adventure
Sod's Law states that “anything that can go wrong, will go wrong, at the worst possible time”. Being prepared for when things go south is as much a mindset as... -
TheCrag.com - Make Up For Missing Metres Competition
Make up for the metres you lost while in lockdown and you could win big! We all dug in deep and got through lockdown (thanks to hangboard manufacturers and Netflix),... -
Shop hours extended - Nearly Back to Normal
Hi Everyone, Just wanted to say a huge thank you to all our customers and friends over the last couple of months. It's been crazy times but it's been so... -
Mountain Equipment Sydney & Chatswood Stores Re-Open
Hi Everyone! We are so happy to announce that we have re-opened both our Sydney and Chatswood stores after the COVID lockdown. We have carefully implemented all measures recommended by... -
Eco-Friendly Hiking Stoves
Hmmm, I wonder if all those half empty canisters are a fire hazard? That bushbash around Dumbano Creek was Epic! But thanks to my trusty ultra-lightweight gas stove at least... -
Foot Care & Blister Prevention for Hiking & Trail Running
You demand a lot of your feet when on outdoor adventures – whether that be on a thru hike or a weekend trail run, and alpine climb or a bushwalk,...