Climbing ropes fail very rarely, but when they do it's usually down to either breaking over a sharp edge, or damage from acidic chemicals. Read more »
The UIAA Safety Commission has recently issued a warning to climbers about the safety of fixed anchors (bolts) in tropical, marine locations. Concern was raised after an accident in the Dominican Republic, in which an anchor failed under bodyweight loading. Climbers are warned to be vigilant and check for signs of corrosion when climbing in such locations. Read more »
The stakes are high, if you don't check what you're belaying to. Just how solid is that old piece of angle iron at the top of your favourite quarry? Read more »
The South Wales Action Group (S.W.A.G.) have organised a gathering for your delight and delectation in mid April. The theme of the evening is bolts...their place in the region, their reason for being there in the first place and plans for the future. Read more »
Bizarre but true, attack by ants was recently found to be the cause of an equipment failure in the French Alps. The BMC Technical Committee investigate... Read more »
Stop! What are you about to clip? Dave Musgrove rubs away the rust to find out more. Read more »
Life moves fast these days. With the increasing popularity of climbing, manufacturers are taking every advantage of the latest advances in materials and technology to make exciting new gear available each year. Read more »
The BMC Technical Committee wishes to highlight an addendum to the text of its recent publication, Care & Maintenance. Read more »
What you see is often not what you get. David Hillebrandt illustrates why you should take in-situ gear with a pinch of salt. Read more »
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