How to Bouldering

The first thing you need to do in our how to bouldering guide is to buy a good pair of climbing shoes. Make sure you seek the advice of a qualified climbing expert as the way a shoe is designed and especially the way it fits can drastically affect its effectiveness.

The second step in the how to bouldering guide is to buy a chalk bag and some climbing chalk. This is used to absorb sweat from your hands and help when bouldering holds get slippery from moisture.

The third step in our how to bouldering guide is to purchase an outdoor rock pad, or "crash pad". It is climbing and can be dangerous as you do reach heights as tall as approximately 20 feet. Keep in mind that when bouldering once you climb up, you have to climb down.

The fourth step in the how to bouldering is to find a good place to practice bouldering. If you are just starting out it is best to figure out how to boulder in an indoor controlled climbing environment. If you feel like you are ready for an outdoor experience, make sure you find a good rock to climb. It is usually best to take a bouldering buddy with you on these outdoor trips in case anything should happen. Many bouldering spots can be secluded so if anything happens while in the wilderness it is best if someone is able to access help.

The last step is to challenge yourself. Whether you are just beginning or you are an expert, the most important step of bouldering is to constantly be challenging yourself. Create more challenging routes and problems to solve help to constantly hone your skills. Take care in watching other climbers as they boulder; watch the routes they take and maneuvers they make, as watching can be one of the best bouldering learning techniques.