Climbing

Whether it's the end of a top-rope or an alpine summit, REI has the gear to help you reach it. Choose from Mammut, Black Diamond, Mad Rock, La Sportiva and Petzl.

Learn with REI Expert Advice

Choose from dozens of online how-to articles and videos from REI's vast pool of outdoor knowledge. Share your knowledge, too! Top climbing topics:

  1. How to Choose an Avalanche Transceiver
  2. How to Choose Crampons
  3. The Ten Essentials
  4. How to Choose a Rope
  5. Gear Racking
  6. How to Choose Gaiters
  7. How to Choose Quickdraws, Sewn Slings and Webbing
  8. Climbing Checklist
  9. Personal Locator Beacons
  10. Bouldering

Browse all 50+ climbing articles

Attend an In-Store Clinic

Your local REI store regularly hosts how-to clinics on topics such as GPS usage to backpacking basics. Find my REI store for a calendar of events.

Learn with REI Outdoor School

The knowledgeable guides of the REI Outdoor School make it fun to learn new skills. Sign up for the day or a weekend trip (offered in selected regions only). Visit REI Outdoor School for details.

Take a Dream Trip with REI Adventures

From Mt. Shasta to Kilimanjaro, REI Adventures trips appeal to climbers of varied interests and abilities. Explore spectacular destinations and make cultural connections amid the camaraderie of a small group. For something shorter, choose one of our Weekend Getaways.

Give Back

REI partners with VolunteerMatch to make it easy to share some sweat-equity with your community. Give it a try and enjoy the good karma.

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