Texas Canyon: My Backyard Choss
Disclaimer: Rock Climbing is Dangerous. Climbing without a partner is even more dangerous. Always climb with a partner, certified safety gear, and the necessary training and experience. I take no…
The 11 Best Indoor Rock Climbing Shoes for Beginners
The Best Indoor Rock Climbing Shoes For Beginners Disclaimer: The following post contains affiliate links. When you click on one, I will get a commission of whatever you decide to…
The 11 Best Apps for Rock Climbers
The Best Apps for Rock Climbers Update 12/21/2020: Updated to include additions to the MyClimb app. Technological breakthroughs of the 21st century have truly made it a wonderful time to…
Flagstaff Camping: The Ultimate Guide
I have written extensively about Flagstaff in the past. There are a lot of good things to say about this place. Flagstaff has just about everything you’d want in a mountain…
Scarpa Mojito Review: Durable, Minimal, and Casual
The Scarpa Mojito Of all of the approach shoes that I have worn and tested over the years, the Scarpa Mojito is probably my go to pair when I need…
Meditation for Rock Climbers: How Mindfulness Will Make You a Better Climber
Disclaimer: The following article is based purely on my own experience. I am not a meditation expert, and I have only a rough understanding of how the brain works. I…
Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients: The Ultimate Visitor’s Guide
Hovenweep and Canyons of the Ancients: A Visitor’s Guide Years ago, at Sand Island, Utah, a ranger came by to check our river permits. It was my first ever river…
The 8 Best Rock Climbing Shoes for Crack Climbing 2020
If you want to Climb Crack, you’re going to need the right shoes for the job. Check out our list of the 8 Best Rock Climbing Shoes for Crack Climbing to find the best pair for you!
The 11 Best Podcasts About the Outdoors
One fun fact about the staff here at Hike The Planet! is that we are absolute Podcast Fanatics. Our morning ritual generally involves throwing on a pot of coffee,…
Review: Black Diamond Technician vs. Petzl Adjama Climbing Harness Comparison
Petzl Adjama vs. The Black Diamond Technician Climbing Harness: Which is Better? Disclaimer: Some of the following links are affiliate links. If you make a purchase through these links, then…
Review: La Sportiva TX4 vs. 5.10 Guide Tennie Approach Shoe Comparison
La Sportiva TX4 vs. Five Ten Guide Tennie: Battle of the Approach Shoes Disclaimer: The Following Article Contains Affiliate Links. Anytime you buy something by clicking through these links, we…
Learn How to Crack Climb with these 11 Tips
How to Crack Climb: 11 Tips to Help You Get Addicted We here at Hike The Planet! are addicted to Crack. Crack Climbing that is. We absolutely love it. Cracks…