Alfredo Ramses
Founder and Lead Editor of Rock Climbing Realms. I've spent over a decade researching climbing gear, safety techniques, and route beta—working with our network of climbers to separate legit gear from marketing hype. I don't just write about climbing; I obsess over the details that keep you safe on the wall. Every gear review and technique guide here has been vetted by experienced climbers before it earns a spot.
7 Common Belay Mistakes That Cause Accidents Outdoors
Stop belaying like your device will catch it. 43% of climbing accidents involve experienced climbers. 7 brake-hand mistakes and exactly how to fix them.
Sustainable Climbing Gear Brands Guide – What Really Lasts
After trashing gear for years, I wrote this sustainable climbing gear brands guide. See why Edelrid Kevlar ropes & liquid chalk actually win.
DIY Climbing Approach Trail Erosion Prevention That Works
The 10% rule + the tombstone method ➜ permanent results. Use this guide on climbing approach trail erosion prevention for your crag.
No Bathrooms? Water Quality Protection Near Climbing Crags
Don't bury waste too shallow—storms wash it right into the creek. The 200-foot rule ensures real water quality protection near climbing crags.
4 Mistakes That Ruin Indigenous Land Climbing Access
I've watched oblivious climbers drill near Fremont petroglyphs. My indigenous land climbing access respect guide ➜ how to stop accelerating crag closures.
How to Organize a Climbing Cleanup Day Step by Step
From safe 40-pound box limits to using Elephant Snot gel, here is exactly how to organize a climbing cleanup day for 50+ volunteers.
10 Climbing YouTube Channels Worth Watching – Ranked
Stop copying elite 9c climbers and blowing your tendons. Here are the climbing YouTube channels worth watching to actually break your V5 plateau.
7 Best Climbing Documentaries About Competitions Ranked
Age of Ondra vs Rotpunkt—which of the 7 best climbing documentaries about competitions helps you crush your local V4 circuit? (We ranked them all!)
Adaptive Climbing Guide How To Crush It On Real Rock
After years of fighting messy hauling systems, I wrote this climbing with disabilities adaptive climbing guide + gear list to show what works [Tested].
The Devils Lake Climbing Guide Wisconsin Locals Trust
Don't bring short webbing to Baraboo Quartzite. This devils lake climbing guide wisconsin climbers trust shows the exact [60ft] anchor setups you need.
