Getting a rock-climber a gift is not as simple as it sounds. Whether you are getting it as a birthday present or to mark a milestone they made in their rock-climbing endeavor, you need to do a lot of research to get an appropriate gift. Rock climbers tend to be passionate about everything climbing. Having said that, there are so many rock-climbing gears, but each rock-climbing activity requires a specific gear. As a result, getting the best fit can be difficult. The last thing you want to get a climber is a gift that is either too big or too small or something they will never use. Climbing and training gear, equipment, and accessories are available everywhere in stores, but the varieties can be intimidating, especially if you do not know what you are looking for. Therefore, here is some help on how you can find someone the ultimate rock-climbing gift.

1. Wise Owl Outfitters Hammock Camping Double & Single with Tree Straps

Product Overview

The Wise Owl hammock is a versatile outdoor product that is an amazing fit for rock climbers. The stitching is superb with no fraying, popped stitches, or corners. The material is soft and comfortable, so when you get on it you after a climbing session, the sensation is just unimaginable. The 10-foot parachute nylon is durable, comfortable, and malleable. It is designed to make life in the outdoors as comfortable as possible. After hiking all day, the last thing you need is to spend hours setting up a hammock. The ready-made wise hammock takes a matter of minutes to assemble it, and it is ready for you to take a rest.

2. FrictionLabs Loose Gym Chalk | Unicorn Dust

Product Overview

The three types of FrictionLabs loose gym chalk are pleasing and environmentally conscious. The unicorn dust is fine with a sandy feel which assures the climber of a much firm grip. The bam bam super chunky comes with a red neat vacuum bag. It is made up of large chunks of chalk that feel amazing when held in the hands. The chalk instantly makes your hand feel dry and ensures your grip to those notorious little cracks is perfect. The new standard in chalk is similar to the above two. It is best for improving rock climbing grip because once it is applied, it can last for very long. It is durable, which gives the climber the confidence to hike despite having sweaty or oily hands.

3. Elite Sportz Equipment Rock Climbing Chalk Bag

Product Overview

If your friend is about power throughout the work out session, this is the best gift for him or her. The chalk bag is a climbing accessory that allows the person using it to always has access to the chalk dust whenever they need it. The Elite Sportz chalk bag is very secure, and it guarantees that the balls are also not damaged. The bag ensures that the chalk does not stain the clothing, gear, or equipment the climber comes in contact with. What is more, the size is perfect to be carried even on a long climb without getting tired. This bag is all rounded, which means that it can be used for more than just rock climbing. 

4. Gripmaster Hand Exerciser

Product Overview

The Gripmaster hand exerciser provides an effective and isolated resistance workout. It helps strengthen the fingers and the hand.

The quality is impeccable, which gives any climber a more complete and balanced grip. It is well crafted, durable, and sturdy as it is designed to fit in the hands and fingers easily without force. It isolates the exercises of each finger and increases blood circulation, energy, vigor, and liveliness. For climbers, it gives them the strength and endurance they need to hold on to rocky or slippery terrain. The only problem you could have with it is the fact that most users say that it hurts after using it for a while.

5. Black Diamond Positron Screwgate 3 Pack

Product Overview

For those who have never heard this name, Black Diamond Positron Screwgate 3 Pack is a carabine. It is an easy way to secure the gear to the backpack; like janitors do when they have many keys for a standard keyring process.

he shape of the Screwgate helps in the locking and un-locking of the carabiner for efficiency. The best feature of the carabiner is that it is shaped in a way that makes it easier to hold when in challenging terrain. It is also narrow and easier to hold as it saves weight to the climbing excursion. There are several types of carabines, so if you are looking to get the best one, ask around for advice

Final Thoughts

There are so many ordinary types of gifts you can get for a friend. It is fun and simple going out to shop for a bag for your female friends or a watch for your male friends. However, when you are getting a climber a rock-climbing gift, then you might need to do some research, so you do not end up compelling him/her to force a smile at your pathetic gift. So, let us start simple, climbing shoes. There are several types of shoes, each with their pros and cons and distinguished features best suited for a particular type of climbing. To help narrow down your search, here are some general, all around gifts you could pick out for your rock-climbing friend. 

Friction chalk

I am sure at some point you have seen the white stuff that rock climbers apply on their hands. That substance is called gym chalk and is used to increase their grip on the ropes or rocks. This gift is very useful for both rock climbers and athletes because it helps them maintain their support and they ultimately have to use it. It is a simple but sure pick.

Gear Aid

This is an unpretentious and easy gift because it is all rounded, which means it can be used for any outdoor activity, plus it is very affordable. Eventually, rock-climbing gear is bound to wear tear, so getting a gear aid as a gift will obviously be a good present.

Climbing gear

Rock climbing gear is a good gift to give a rock climber. Gear can range from ropes and shoes to exercisers. However, they should be stuff you have observed the climber friend using either in training or while climbing. For this type of present, it is best you get their opinion on the brand, so you do not get it wrong. You do not want to get your friend a shoe that they will not like of that will use for climbing.

Chalk bag

As the name suggests, this is a bag that holds the chalk while the climber is climbing. Chalk bags are generally small and weightless, so they do not inconvenience the climbers. This would also be a good gift, but it depends on the type of rock-climbing activity the person you are getting the gift for does.

Things you should consider before getting a gift

• Brand
• Price
• Size
• The function of the gift
• Quality
• Reviews of the commodity.