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harder!
Regardless
of your climbing preference—bouldering, cragging, or big walls—we
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NICROS is proud to produce some
of the world's best and most innovative climbing walls and holds. Whether
you are building a home wall, climbing gym, or just buying a few
holds, we look forward to serving from you. You can place
an order on this site or by calling 1-800-699-1975.
Aimee Tetreault sending at the Endless Wall, NRG. Hörst photo.
Foot Technique and Center of Gravity Positioning
Given that your legs are stronger than your arms, it's a fundamental law of efficient climbing that the legs should do the majority of the work. Proper alignment of your center of gravity (COG) over a foothold is critical to optimize balance, stability, and reduce weighting of the hands. Read on >>
Alpine and Ultra-Stamina Training
Outside of the immense technical and logistical demands, success on alpine climbs often comes down to physical and mental stamina. Whether the goal is a one-day, base-camp-to-base-camp ascent of an alpine wall or a multiday summit push up a major peak, you can never possess too much stamina and confidence in your physical capabilities. Read on >>
Question & Answer - #53
Question: When is it benefical to ice after a workout? –Phil (Cali) Read on >>
Hangboard Pyramid Training
The hangboard (aka fingerboard) is a popular training tool for climbers, as it addresses the weakest link to the rock--the fingers. While the large holds of a fingerboard offer an ideal platform for pull-up and lock-off exercises, the focus of this article is use of the board to train the forearm muscles. Read on >>
Shoulder Injuries, Treatment, and Prevention
The shoulder joint takes lot of punishment from climbing, especially in those obsessed with “V-hard” bouldering, steep terrain, and sport-specific training. A few of the common ailments among climbers are impingement, tendonitis, subluxation, and a tear of the rotator cuff. Read on >>
Question & Answer - #52
Question: I am a 50-year old healthy male, but about 20 pounds overweight. I want to climb hard and eventually do some big walls and/or alpine climbs. My question is: Do you have some special tips for people like me? –Manuel (Mexico) Read on >>
New NEXGEN2 Hangboard to Crank Up Your Training!
NICROS is proud to bring back the popular NEXGEN hangboard, originally released in 1998, and now fully revised and updated for this 2008 release! Perhaps the best training board ever designed, the NEXGEN2 has an amazing variety of features and a sweet differential texture that your fingers will love. Read on >>
Eric Horst's Training Book is Now Available!
Conditioning for Climbers is the ultimate manual for climbers who are looking to improve their physical capabilities. Regardless of your age, ability, or sports background, this book will empower you to develop and engage in a supremely effective conditioning program. Read on >>
Killer Training Holds for a Great Home Wall Workout!
If you are a weekend warrior (like me), then you probably spend almost as much time training on plastic as you do pulling down on real rock. A steep home wall is central to a good training program, and the holds you use play a big role in making your sessions fun and effective. Read on >>
Training Tools & Monthy Sales!
Check out Training holds, H.I.T. System, Campus Rungs, and more.
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Monthly Specials - Handhold sets up to 33% off!
Training For Climbing Seminars & Slide Shows
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