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.
The Denali West Buttress: A Complete Expedition Blueprint
The definitive expedition blueprint for Denali's West Buttress. A data-driven guide to strategy, logistics, and the gear you need to succeed.
The Climber’s Guide to Competition Bouldering Setting
The definitive guide to competition bouldering setting. We break down IFSC rules, setter paradoxes, and the 4 modern archetypes to give you an edge.
Nose vs Salathe Wall: A Data-Backed El Cap Analysis
The definitive guide to The Nose vs Salathe Wall. Our data-backed analysis decodes the history, cruxes, and inverted difficulty for aid vs free climbers.
Fontainebleau Bouldering: The Sustainable Beginner’s Guide
Climb with confidence on your first trip to Font. Discover how to navigate the famous circuits, master the unique Bleau style, and enjoy the Magic Forest.
Beyond the Grade: What Historic Routes Teach Climbers Today
Go beyond the grade. Discover how legendary climbs from Yosemite to Smith Rock can shape you into a more complete, thoughtful, and skillful climber.
Dry vs Non-Dry Rope: A Data-Backed Performance Analysis
Don't guess with your life. Our data-backed analysis of dry vs non-dry ropes breaks down the UIAA safety stats & helps you choose the right one.
How to Choose a Crash Pad: An Expert Framework
Beyond a simple review, this is an expert framework for how to choose a crash pad. We decode the foam science and design trade-offs for a perfect choice.
The Definitive Climbing Shoe Rubber Guide (Data-Backed)
The definitive, data-backed climbing shoe rubber guide. Compare compounds by Shore A hardness and find the ideal rubber for edging, smearing, and more.
How to Mount Climbing Holds for Max Safety & Durability
Our engineering-first guide on how to mount climbing holds. Learn the physics of T-nuts, bolt loads & torque for a truly bombproof, durable wall.
Trad vs Sport Harness: A Climber’s Decision Framework
The definitive trad vs sport harness analysis. Go beyond specs with our expert framework on comfort, gear loops, and core design philosophy.
