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  • Rock Climbing 101

    Rock Climbing 101

    Rock climbing continues to be one of the fastest growing sports in the world. And one of the best ways to get started is at the gym. The learning curve...

    Annie Fast |

  • What to Say: Climbing Edition 

    What to Say: Climbing Edition 

    Climbing involves a lot more than just scaling rocks. Assuming you are not climbing alone, it requires communication with your partner that relays critical safety information. Today we’re breaking down...

    Finola McDonald |

  • Climbing Gear: When It’s Time to Say Goodbye

    Climbing Gear: When It’s Time to Say Goodbye

    Webbing and carabiners too well loved? Harness on the brink of failure? Not sure? Keep reading to check out what signs to look for as the climbing season quickly comes...

    Finola McDonald |

  • GT: Fall Gear Roundup

    GT: Fall Gear Roundup

    This shift in the seasons marks an excellent time to check in on your gear needs and have a peek at what’s piled up on our physical and digital shelves!...

    Beth Lopez |

  • Geartrade Joins SLCA Climbing Festival

    Geartrade Joins SLCA Climbing Festival

    Geartrade is proud to support the SLCA. Come visit our booth at Salt Lake Climbing Festival at Brighton Utah,  August 28-29, 2021.

    Shopify API |

  • Geartrade: Spring Gear Roundup

    Geartrade: Spring Gear Roundup

    Spring is springing here in Utah, and we have to say, we’re amped up. With the longer days come the possibility for “Utah triathlons,” in which we can combine multiple...

    Beth Lopez |

  • person climbing sierra mountains

    Beginners Take: Rock Climbing

    Rock climbing is one of the fastest growing sports in the world. This is a quick run down on the basic gear you will need to get started. If you’re...

    Annie Fast |