Last month in Friedrichshafen, Germany, the Halls and Walls climbing expo was like a bustling bazaar for the climbing industry worldwide. Our CEO, Rob Parer, jumped right into the action, soaking up the vibe and keeping a keen eye on the trends. From all the offerings of new gear on display, a few [...]

In the ever-evolving world of indoor climbing, where innovation and creativity collide, the introduction of climbing volumes has been a pivotal element in transforming climbing walls into dynamic and challenging terrains. While wooden volumes have long been a staple in route setting, their design and features have seen minimal evolution since their inception. However, [...]

In the dynamic world of climbing, 2023 has unfolded as a monumental year marked by thrilling competitions and groundbreaking route setting. From world cups to local events, the climbing community has witnessed an influx of innovative holds and dynamic routes that have left an indelible mark on the sport. As we reflect on this exciting [...]

Continuing our 2-part series with Jackie Hueftle of Kilter. In Part 1 we discussed, "Why get a kilter board" , in Part 2 we will find out more about the key features of the Kilter Board… You may not know this but every handhold on both Kilter Boards is unique – no duplicates and [...]

The process of designing a building climbing gym follows a structured timeline to achieve the desired outcome. It starts with an initial consultation and client discussion, sometimes involving site visits for a deeper understanding of the project’s scope. A basic fit-out layout is then created to estimate costs and align them with the budget, [...]

The Future of Climbing Mats: ICP’s New Matting system Welcome to Part 2 of our series on the evolution of climbing mats. In our previous instalment, we briefly explored the history of climbing mats. Today, we will look ahead and explore how Climb ICP is revolutionising indoor climbing safety. ICP are renowned for their [...]

Climbing has seen an unbelievable evolution and increase in popularity since the iconic days of Wolfgang Gullich or Lynn Hill. Not only have the legends and styles of climbing changed, so has the technology and standards around climbing evolved, most notably Safety Matting. In this article, we will take a quick trip down memory [...]

There are many considerations when it comes to designing a climbing gym, so we asked our Lead designer at Climb ICP for the top 3. Here are a few design specific considerations to get you psyched on envisioning your new space. Developing a Foundational Vision. We absolutely love to ‘nerd-out’ on all things climbing. [...]

The latest Queensland State Youth Lead Competition, which took place last weekend at Core Climbing in Cornubia, was a resounding success. The exceptional atmosphere, talented climbers, and challenging routes were all made possible thanks to the remarkable efforts of Queensland State's route-setting team, comprising of our very own ICP Head Route Setter, Mitch, and [...]

We consulted our Lead Designer, a seasoned expert in climbing wall design, to gain insights into the latest trends shaping the industry. In this article, he shares his perspective on the evolving landscape of climbing wall design, offering valuable information for people looking to start their next climbing gym project. Simple and Bold Walls [...]