Core's blog
Submitted by Core on Wed, 2012-12-05 15:16
A familiar face of the Sheffield climbing community John Ellison is the guy behind the CAC T-shirts you may have seen appearing on climbers around you, or maybe you're a proud wearer of one already!
Whilst thinking about the possibilities of ‘Climbers Against Cancer’ as an idea I remembered the saying ‘strength in numbers’ and how the world of climbing as a family has so much power to deliver a message across the globe. If, as a group of friends, we come together and support ‘CAC’ it can help others in the future by raising awareness and funds to further research into finally finding a cure for cancer! Being open about my own predicament has helped others feel more comfortable in discussing this disease and whether talking to adults or children I have seen a huge change in attitude.
Top climbers from around the world have already offered their support to the campaign by wearing the Climbers Against Cancer clothing and by following their lead and purchasing a T-shirt from the website shop you will all be contributing to the fight against cancer. All proceeds from sales or donations will go towards International Cancer Research Charities from around the World."
(source: myoutdoors.co.uk
The Climbers Against Cancer website is currently under construction so be sure to keep an eye on, meanwhile why not go and like their Facebook page? Or if you're feeling all christmassy and generous go to John's page on justgiving.com to make a donation.
Submitted by Core on Thu, 2012-11-22 15:30
The Lake District is a bouldering venue richer!
Submitted by Core on Fri, 2012-10-12 12:21
It's about time we write something about our Belgian Core Crushers, Loic and Chloe who have been living the international jet setting comp dream.
Submitted by Core on Wed, 2012-09-26 13:32
Last weekend Tom paid us a visit during his recent trip back to the UK and we had a nice chat with him about a possible sponsorship that we are now very proud and happy to announce!
Hmmm, just how did we get stuck here with this miserable weather slaving away in our factory over the weekend, one can't help but wonder! Life just isn't fair, why can't all go around crushing 9a's in the sun as if it's no big deal eh?!
The answer to that of course isn't simple and lots of things come into play such as talent, the willingness to work hard and opportunities coming your way.
Tom says his greatest strength in climbing is probably determination and we can see how this must indeed be a very important key to success. Guess the bottom line is that if you really are determined enough to make something happen, chances are that you will succeed. Be it climbing at boundary pushing grades or making the world's best climbing holds! ;)
Submitted by Core on Fri, 2012-08-31 08:58
It looks like it's going to be a nice and sunny tomorrow and Rokt is organizing an amazing, action-packed event.
If you love adventure and music, this is the one for you!
ROKT open days are always a fantastic opportunity for members of the public to discover the many exciting activities offered by ROKT Climbing Gym.
ROKTSTOCK is going to be the ultimate end-of-summer event! With an incredible line-up of activities and an outdoor live band event planned for the evening, ROKT simply cannot wait! Challenges will include a 100ft outdoor abseil, an urban-climbing adventure to the ROKT roof, a slackline across the raging River Calder, outdoor ROKTAGON® bouldering and the opportunity to climb Yorkshire’s tallest indoor wall. The Pennine Canoe Club, who are based at ROKT, will also be running canoe trips on the river, an excellent opportunity to venture beyond the decking and into the waters
There's no need to book in advance, turn up on the day, register at our wristband station and off you go!
Adults: £10
Children: £6
Family £30
(2 adults, 2 children)
Submitted by Core on Wed, 2012-07-11 11:37
Tomorrow the annual Outdoor trade show in Friedrichshafen will open its doors and the building will be filled with outdoor trades people talking business.
Anyway, I'm sure we'll have it up and ready for tomorrow and we're pretty excited to be showing off our new products; Screw-on Hand Holds, Roof Jugs and Volumes and a new Core clothing range.
So if you're going to be visiting the Outdoor be sure to pay us a visit at B2-109, We're always up for a good chat!
Submitted by Core on Mon, 2012-06-25 10:31
Earlier this year Tim left sunny Sheffield behind and spent a month climbing some the Himalayan mountains...
Submitted by Core on Wed, 2012-06-06 15:16
Last weekend our Chloe managed to get the bonus 1st go for 7 out of the 8 problems at the first round of the European Youth Boulder Cup.
Submitted by Core on Wed, 2012-05-16 14:42
The 2012 competition season has seen a very succesful start for our young Belgian wads, following a trip to Kalymnos where Chloe climbed three 8a's all on the 2nd go on three consecutive days and Loic
Once back in their Belgian home country, Loic victoriously won the Belgian 2012 lead title and Chloe became the youth bouldering Champion for the 2nd year in a row.
End of this week they'll be flying to Edinburgh to compete in the European Lead Youth Cup... Go Chloe and Loic!!
Submitted by Core on Wed, 2012-05-09 11:45
We are very pleased to have started supporting the Calshot Climbing Squad. They are a team of young climbers based near Southampton and their members compete at regional and national level.
