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 [...]

One of the most prominent fitness trends of recent times is indoor climbing, and it's taking the lead in the fitness world. Nowadays, cities boast not just one dedicated climbing gym, but several. Fitness centers and community venues are also getting in on the action, installing bouldering walls that may be small in size but [...]

We had a chat with Kilter’s very own Jackie Hueftle about all things Kilter Board. So we asked “why get a Kilter Board?” Each board comes in several size options that share problems, so a 12x12' Original contains all the problems found on the 8x12' Original and 7x10' Original. This means climbers can share [...]

You've embarked on the journey of planning your climbing gym, conducted thorough research on the fitout, and now it's time to pause and deliberate on the equipment that will populate your gym. When it comes to stocking your climbing gym, there are several crucial factors to consider. We recently had a conversation with Rob Saunders, [...]

3 More Vital Considerations for Your Climbing Gym Fit-Out After sharing our top tip for your climbing gym fit-out, we're back with more valuable insights gathered from Ian at Will & Co Construction. Amidst the myriad of considerations, these three points will greatly facilitate your fit-out process. Find a Reliable Building Surveyor or Certifier.Locating [...]

You've developed a plan for your climbing walls, bringing you one step closer to realizing your climbing gym dream! The next crucial step on your checklist is the fit-out of your gym itself. To guide you through this process, we had a conversation with Ian a professional shop-fitter, who shared his number one tip [...]

Constructing a climbing gym is a multifaceted undertaking, and one of the pivotal decisions is choosing the ideal location for your masterpiece. Several factors warrant consideration when seeking the perfect site, so we've outlined key points for your guidance. Parking and Accessibility Parking presents a more substantial challenge than commonly perceived. Your local council [...]