Sam’s Season
Ever wanted to know the behind-the-scenes of a Team GB athlete’s life? Well, now you can! In this exclusive interview with Team GB and GEKCO athlete Sam Butterworth, you’ll hear all about what competing at a top level is actually like, the challenges that athletes face, and Sam’s top recs for countries and climbing walls outside the UK. Without further ado, let’s dive in…
Climbers, respect the rock: leave no trace & outdoor etiquette
No matter the style - trad, bouldering, or sport - climbing comes with a shared responsibility: to respect the planet. Often climbers hold a deep respect and understanding that should ideally be shared among all climbers, and all styles of climbing - to leave no trace. In fact, these days I’d go one step further and say leave it better than you found it. Brushing off tick marks, picking up litter, tidying up the area - all the little things that add up to being a respectful climber.
Chalk it up to better choices: What is seawater processed chalk?
At GEKCO, we believe that your climb should leave nothing but chalk marks - and even those should wash away with the rain. That’s why we only use seawater processed magnesium carbonate, a cleaner, more sustainable option for climbers who care about the planet as much as their projects.
What’s in your chalk bag? The environmental cost of climbing chalk
There’s something oddly comforting about the ritual of chalking up. Dipping into that familiar powder, clapping your hands, watching the white cloud drift away before launching into a climb. Chalk is one of climbing’s small constants. But how often do we stop to think about where it comes from… or what it costs?
Liquid chalk - A climber’s summer essential
Scrap the iced drinks, GEKCO’s liquid chalk is the only cooling companion you need this summer. Let’s dive deep into formulas, how to combat sweaty hands, and what makes a great liquid chalk.
(Slightly) Off the Beaten Track
5 GRIT BOULDERING Venues to find respite from the crowds
Whether you’re looking to get away from the crowds on a busy bank holiday or you want to help reduce the impact of climbers on an already very popular crag then hopefully this list can give you some inspiration. Some are listed in popular guides, others online topos and some only on UKC or hard to unearth out-of-print guides. In this blog we’ll hopefully make these crags a little bit more accessible and, more just a reminder for you that they exist and actually have some mega blocs.
Paris 2024 Olympics - How The Weather May Affect The Climbs
An opinion piece on how the weather may affect the Sport Climbing events at the Paris 2024 Olympics.
Fresh New Packaging for our Loose Chalk
We’re psyched to release our new packaging for our loose chalk; same great paper recyclable, home compostable 275g of sea-water extracted chalk that you know and love but now finally with Gekco green on the packaging!
Paris 2024 Olympics - Olympic climbing Stage
Paris 2024 Olympic walls revealed! EP’s Titan boulder and whacky angled lead wall are broken down within. We asked our experienced athlete roster their thoughts on what we could expect to see.
