What's New in Climbing Gear
Record-breaking announcements, upcoming releases, and emerging technologies - cross-referenced with our database of 950+ products.
The World's Lightest Single Rope: 48g/m
Record Breaker / In Our Database
The Edelrid Siskin Eco Dry 8.6mm hits the same weight class as half ropes - but carries a single-rope certification.
La Sportiva's Indoor Revolution: 4 New Shoes
Coming Fall 2026 / Not In Our Database
The brand synonymous with outdoor performance is betting big on the gym. The HyperEZ, TX Setter, and TX1 arrive Fall 2026.
The Thickest, Toughest Pad You've Never Heard Of
Hidden Gem / In Our Database
13cm of foam, 1680D ballistic nylon, and just 6.8kg. The Asana G5 BIG delivers the best protection-to-weight ratio of any premium crashpad - made in Boulder, Colorado with a cult following.
Inflatable Crashpads: Gimmick or Game-Changer?
Emerging Category
Three brands are betting that air can replace foam. We compared every inflatable pad against traditional crashpads in our database.
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