Climbing Biz Journal

Press Release: ClimbLab Equipment Now Available Through Bold Climbing in North America climbingbusinessjournal.com/… These stories were paid for by the sponsor and do not necessarily represent the views of the Climbing Business Journal editorial team.

WE'RE HIRING!! Membership & Marketing Coordinator Position at Climbing Business Journal – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2026 October 29 climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

For this week’s episode, host Holly Chen traded the usual one-on-one format for something bigger. Chen traveled to Class 5 in Torrance, California, to interview every single member of the 2026 Woman Up setting crew. climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

It’s always comp season! While the World Climbing Series just wrapped up in Santiago, local comps in North America are just getting underway... climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

The Berkshire Boulders team is getting ready to open a climbing gym this November in Great Barrington, a town in Western Massachusetts, with a focus on improving access to climbing “both indoors and outdoors.” climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Two years after launching, close to 400 gyms have chosen the Redpoint HQ platform. Andy Laakman walks through what makes it different, the structural shift behind the software, and ways it's saving gyms money. climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Press Release: Sender One Climbing and COROS Partner to Advance Wearable Technology Built for Climbers climbingbusinessjournal.com/… This story was paid for by the sponsor and does not necessarily represent the views of the Climbing Business Journal editorial team.

Check out our weekly featured jobs and more at climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Two notable events are happening this week in North America. Today is the world premier of Reel Rock 20, and soon gyms and theatres across the world... climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Boulder Bucovina, owned and founded by Stefan Galben, opened in Romania last August as a bouldering and community hub, with workspaces and lounges arranged... climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Looking forward to more medals and paraclimbing’s debut in 2028, and wondering where things are at on the road to LA? We’ve been curating a list of top articles and resources even earlier this time that we’ll keep updating for you.... climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Here are some recent press releases, see every press release or submit your own at climbingbusinessjournal.com/… These stories were paid for by the sponsor and do not necessarily represent the views of the Climbing Business Journal editorial team.

Nick Gagliardi and Brendan Scorpio at Setter Closet, the distribution company behind some of the most recognizable names in the industry... climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Head Routesetter Opportunity at G1 Climbing + Fitness – Climbing Jobs Weekly 2026 October 15 climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

As operators navigate the current headwinds, it’s worth taking a moment to celebrate where gyms have been providing communities with ample space to climb and connect... climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

In any industry, one hallmark of a professional is that they gather together with other professionals. They share experiences good and bad, hear about the latest trends... climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Owned and operated by Kelly Jewell and Michiel Zuidweg, Methow Spires is expected to open this November in Twisp, WA, and was crafted to cater to the local community and training for nearby climbing outside. climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

This month’s Grip Report has lots of funk. Sure, there are plenty of smooth shapes with a simpler profile. But look close and you’ll see a lot of thought-provoking shapes with not-so-simple gripping surfaces... climbingbusinessjournal.com/…

Press Release: For Sale: The Jug Rock Gym in Redmond, Oregon climbingbusinessjournal.com/… This story was paid for by the sponsor and does not necessarily represent the views of the Climbing Business Journal editorial team.

Have you listened to last week’s EP yet?? 👀 Some key advice for future gym owners and operators from true industry insiders. climbingbusinessjournal.com/…