Climbers Point
Climbers Point Blog
System Default
Light Theme
Dark Theme
Climbers Point Blog
All bouldering sport climbing training climbing shoes health, injuries, & safety nutrition climbing gear general climbing
Visit Community Topic
Recently Answered: should i wash my chalk bag?
Ask a Question
Article cover image
Climbing Chalk 101: The Ultimate Guide For Enhanced Grip & Performance
Climbing Gear
Featured
Master climbing chalk: its types (loose, liquid, ball), significance for grip, and effective use. Boost confidence, performance, and maintain hold cleanliness.
Read Article
Join The Newsletter
Subscribe to get our latest content and updates by email. We won't send you spam. Unsubscribe at any time.
Latest Articles in Climbing Gear
Article cover image
How To Choose The Perfect Climbing Harness: Your Essential Guide
Climbing Gear
Jan 24, 2024
Select your ideal climbing harness. This guide covers types, fit, sizing, and key safety features for comfort and performance on your climbing adventures.
Read Article
Article cover image
Essential Rock Climbing Gear: A Comprehensive Guide For Every Climber
Climbing Gear
Aug 27, 2023
Explore the must-have gear for rock climbing, from shoes and harnesses to helmets and chalk. Elevate your climbing journey with the right equipment.
Read Article
Article cover image
Climbing Chalk: Dos & Don'ts For A Respectful Community
Climbing Gear
May 17, 2023
Essential climbing chalk etiquette for a thriving community. Learn the dos and don'ts to foster respect and a positive climbing experience among climbers.
Read Article
Article cover image
Climbing Chalk 101: The Ultimate Guide For Enhanced Grip & Performance
Climbing Gear
May 15, 2023
Master climbing chalk: its types (loose, liquid, ball), significance for grip, and effective use. Boost confidence, performance, and maintain hold cleanliness.
Read Article
Latest Article
Article cover image
Lead Climbing & Belaying: A Comprehensive Safety Guide
Sport Climbing
Mar 11, 2024
Master lead climbing safety! This guide covers essential precautions, gear checks, communication, and proper belaying for a secure, trusted climbing experience.
Read Article
From The Community
Profile image
Adam M.
Jul 31
As Joshua answered, you really dont need to downsize beginner shoes, because they are beginner shoes. Once you get past the beginner stage and get to the point where downsizing can actually contribute to your climbing, then its worth considering downsizing.
Profile image
Matt
Aug 5
I haven't gotten there yet, but I have come pretty close to doing one, but I think it was very much my "style" as it was a very physical boulder and I have been weight lifting for a few years and have some strength. I think I was just very much lacking the technique needed to actually do the boulder. If I would have done it though I don't know if I... Read more  
Profile image
Claire
Aug 1
I would add that it also depends on if it's indoor climbing or outdoor climbing. I don't climb indoors as much as I do outdoors, but usually when we go out we easily have full day sessions, leaving in the morning and getting back at night, sometimes the next morning even. I doubt I would be able to have such long sessions in an indoor gym though... Read more  
1
Profile image
Matt
Aug 5
Beginner here but I have been doing that for a few month, I don't know if it's ok or not though. I come from a weight lifting background, so to me it just comes natural to lift weight, it's the climbing part that is new for me, and in order to not be in the gym everyday I have been combining sessions. I haven't found what works best yet though as i... Read more  
Visit The Community Ask a Question
Topics
All Topics
Topic cover image
Bouldering
Topic cover image
Climbing Gear
Topic cover image
Climbing Shoes
Topic cover image
General Climbing
Topic cover image
Health, Injuries, & Safety
Topic cover image
Nutrition
Topic cover image
Sport Climbing
Topic cover image
Training
© 2025 Climberspoint.com
                                    
                                                            
                                                                        
                                                             
                                                
            
                                                            
                                                            
                        
            
                                    
                                                            
                                                                        
                                                            spc
                                                
                                    
                                                            
                                                                        
                                                                        
                                                            
                                                                        
                                    
                        
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Climbers Point
Community Feed
Questions
Articles
Explore
Help Center
About Us
Privacy Policy
Terms of Service
FAQ
Contact Us
Topics
Bouldering
Sport Climbing
Training
Climbing Shoes
Health, Injuries, & Safety
Nutrition
Climbing Gear
General Climbing
© 2025 Climberspoint.com
✕
Looks like there is missing information!
Something went wrong, a report has been sent to us to check what happened.
Looks like there was an issue