Uploaded July 2020 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Have you ever considered bouldering as your next adventure but not known what bouldering truly is? Ever wondered what the difference is between bouldering and rock climbing? Eddie Bauer Rock Athletes Katie Lambert and Ben Ditto who have crushed walls all around the globe are here to answer all of the internet’s most asked questions about bouldering.
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Learn More about Katie Lambert, Eddie Bauer Rock Athlete: eddiebauer.com/campaign/guides/Katie-Lambert
Learn More about Ben Ditto, Eddie Bauer Rock Athlete: eddiebauer.com/campaign/guides/Ben-Ditto
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Bouldering & Related Resources:
Legendary Characters – A climbing story featuring Katie Lambert & Ben Ditto: youtube.com/watch?v=twEmi_m_oJM
Eddie Bauer’s Rock Climbing Playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=Dkodg5SMIHM&list=PLB7L-tBYrHrCT6KkNDYI_T75cwISJk8eD
Outdoor Curious™ Series of Top Facts & FAQ’s: youtube.com/watch?v=uoHHykNXSOw&list=PLB7L-tBYrHrDsVQxa1rwtVFDE02EhZnYi
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In 23 minutes, get all the answers you and the rest of the internet have been searching for about Bouldering provided by two legendary climbers, Katie Lambert and Ben Ditto. The questions answered in this video include:
1. What is bouldering?
a. Simply put, rock climbing on boulders.
2. How are bouldering problems graded?
a. While originally tracked by the “B” scale, the grading system was later updated to the “V” scale after John “Verm” Sherman which grades from 0-16.
3. How to get better at bouldering?
a. Practice makes perfect! Best way to improve your skill is through repetition while also learning about your strengths and weaknesses.
4. What is the difference between bouldering and rock climbing?
a. When you’re bouldering you are not using any ropes or gear besides your shoes, chalk bag and crash pads. Rock climbing requires more gear and ropes to account for the higher climbs.
5. How high can you boulder?
a. As high as you are comfortable jumping down. Good starting point is climbing as high as you are tall.
6. How to fall when bouldering?
a. A must-have piece of equipment will be your bouldering or crash pads to soften your fall. There are various techniques to landing from your fall such as landing like a cat or somersault to roll off.
7. How to read bouldering routes?
a. Reading the rock is a true art form but looking out for chalk marks from previous climbers is a great starting point. If a route is not visible at first glance, it’s important to take some time and really study the rock up close to find your route.
8. How to spot while bouldering?
a. Your objective as the spotter is to guide your partner down to the ground, not catch them. So, you will want to keep your arms and hands up while keeping your thumbs in close to avoid getting hurt yourself.
9. How to train for bouldering?
a. No better way to train than getting out and bouldering! In all reality, each boulder is unique so the more practice you can get the better but if there is any other training to work on, it would be finger and grip strength.
10. What to wear when bouldering?
a. Clothing that is lightweight, comfortable and weather appropriate but it is recommended to wear something with some stretch so that your clothes do not restrict your movement.
11. Should you wear socks when bouldering?
a. No.
12. How to care for hands while bouldering?
a. Having a hand repair kit with you will be quite handy (pun intended)! A repair kit could include some athletic tape, fingernail clippers and sandpaper to patch up the snags you get on your fingers.
13. How to overcome fear of falling?
a. First recommendation is to plan ahead while scoping out your ascent, keep note of how you will need to get down because last thing you want is to make it to the top and not be able to get down. Second recommendation is to take your time and go at your own pace. Do not be pressured to go fast or try something daring, stick with what you are comfortable with then expand from there.
14. How to wear a chalk bag while bouldering?
a. You can leave your chalk bag on the ground or strap around your waist.
15. How long is a typical bouldering session?
a. It all depends on your trip but you should only expect an hour or two of really intense bouldering.
16. What does brushing holds do in bouldering?
a. It cleans off grease residue or chalk build up that can make holds slippery.
17. What do I need to start bouldering?
a. Shoes, a chalk bag and somewhere to boulder.
Other Questions Answered:
18. Why do people scream when bouldering?
19. What is a dyno in bouldering?
20. What is hand tape for in bouldering?
21. How to prevent forearms from getting “pumped” while bouldering?
22. How long does it take to progress in bouldering?
23. How often can I boulder?
24. How can I find places to go bouldering?
Have you ever considered bouldering as your next adventure but not known what bouldering truly is? Ever wondered what the difference is between bouldering and rock climbing? Eddie Bauer Rock Athletes Katie Lambert and Ben Ditto who have crushed walls all around the globe are here to answer all of the internet’s most asked questions about bouldering.
Subscribe: youtube.com/EddieBauerNW?sub_confirmation=1
Learn More about Katie Lambert, Eddie Bauer Rock Athlete: eddiebauer.com/campaign/guides/Katie-Lambert
Learn More about Ben Ditto, Eddie Bauer Rock Athlete: eddiebauer.com/campaign/guides/Ben-Ditto
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Bouldering & Related Resources:
Legendary Characters – A climbing story featuring Katie Lambert & Ben Ditto: youtube.com/watch?v=twEmi_m_oJM
Eddie Bauer’s Rock Climbing Playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=Dkodg5SMIHM&list=PLB7L-tBYrHrCT6KkNDYI_T75cwISJk8eD
Outdoor Curious™ Series of Top Facts & FAQ’s: youtube.com/watch?v=uoHHykNXSOw&list=PLB7L-tBYrHrDsVQxa1rwtVFDE02EhZnYi
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In 23 minutes, get all the answers you and the rest of the internet have been searching for about Bouldering provided by two legendary climbers, Katie Lambert and Ben Ditto. The questions answered in this video include:
1. What is bouldering?
a. Simply put, rock climbing on boulders.
2. How are bouldering problems graded?
a. While originally tracked by the “B” scale, the grading system was later updated to the “V” scale after John “Verm” Sherman which grades from 0-16.
3. How to get better at bouldering?
a. Practice makes perfect! Best way to improve your skill is through repetition while also learning about your strengths and weaknesses.
4. What is the difference between bouldering and rock climbing?
a. When you’re bouldering you are not using any ropes or gear besides your shoes, chalk bag and crash pads. Rock climbing requires more gear and ropes to account for the higher climbs.
5. How high can you boulder?
a. As high as you are comfortable jumping down. Good starting point is climbing as high as you are tall.
6. How to fall when bouldering?
a. A must-have piece of equipment will be your bouldering or crash pads to soften your fall. There are various techniques to landing from your fall such as landing like a cat or somersault to roll off.
7. How to read bouldering routes?
a. Reading the rock is a true art form but looking out for chalk marks from previous climbers is a great starting point. If a route is not visible at first glance, it’s important to take some time and really study the rock up close to find your route.
8. How to spot while bouldering?
a. Your objective as the spotter is to guide your partner down to the ground, not catch them. So, you will want to keep your arms and hands up while keeping your thumbs in close to avoid getting hurt yourself.
9. How to train for bouldering?
a. No better way to train than getting out and bouldering! In all reality, each boulder is unique so the more practice you can get the better but if there is any other training to work on, it would be finger and grip strength.
10. What to wear when bouldering?
a. Clothing that is lightweight, comfortable and weather appropriate but it is recommended to wear something with some stretch so that your clothes do not restrict your movement.
11. Should you wear socks when bouldering?
a. No.
12. How to care for hands while bouldering?
a. Having a hand repair kit with you will be quite handy (pun intended)! A repair kit could include some athletic tape, fingernail clippers and sandpaper to patch up the snags you get on your fingers.
13. How to overcome fear of falling?
a. First recommendation is to plan ahead while scoping out your ascent, keep note of how you will need to get down because last thing you want is to make it to the top and not be able to get down. Second recommendation is to take your time and go at your own pace. Do not be pressured to go fast or try something daring, stick with what you are comfortable with then expand from there.
14. How to wear a chalk bag while bouldering?
a. You can leave your chalk bag on the ground or strap around your waist.
15. How long is a typical bouldering session?
a. It all depends on your trip but you should only expect an hour or two of really intense bouldering.
16. What does brushing holds do in bouldering?
a. It cleans off grease residue or chalk build up that can make holds slippery.
17. What do I need to start bouldering?
a. Shoes, a chalk bag and somewhere to boulder.
Other Questions Answered:
18. Why do people scream when bouldering?
19. What is a dyno in bouldering?
20. What is hand tape for in bouldering?
21. How to prevent forearms from getting “pumped” while bouldering?
22. How long does it take to progress in bouldering?
23. How often can I boulder?
24. How can I find places to go bouldering?
