Indoors or on the cliff face, climbing is only fully enjoyed when mind and body are in sync. To feel mentally light while climbing, nothing beats simply… going light! When your gear stops getting in the way, your movement flows freely. Great sensations guaranteed!
From letting go to the pure joy of climbing
The sensation climbing delivers is universally shared: one of freedom, fluidity and deep connection with yourself and with nature. A feeling heightened when the gear fades away and only movement and the present moment remain.
Being fully anchored in the present moment leads climbers to a complete letting go, where their own limiting beliefs no longer exist…
In those moments, only the wall rising before us matters. Every move connects you to your sensations, your emotions, yourself.
And when that perfect harmony seeps into every crack of our being, mind and body naturally become one with the surrounding environment.
Whether indoors or outdoors, bouldering or on the cliff face, the sensation is the same: the joy of climbing, intense and in its purest form.
To reach that ultimate state of mind, the path of lightness is the way to go.
By choosing the right gear and technical clothing, your freedom of movement will be enhanced!
Some take it even further… to the point of ditching their climbing gear entirely, in the style of the legendary French climber Alain Robert or American Alex Honnold, who tackle big wall routes with nothing but a pair of climbing shoes and a chalk bag…
Clothing in harmony with nature
But without pushing it as far as these professionals, it's possible to feel light — both mentally and physically — by adopting the right technique.
Look for equipment with uncompromising technical performance. Clothing that is both flexible and durable will make climbing easier and give you greater freedom of movement. Here are a few criteria to consider:
- Durability and protection against friction on the rock.
- Flexibility for fluid and intuitive movement.
- Breathability and comfort for a perfect sense of balance with your gear.
Cimalp has also carved out its own path in climbing. The French outdoor brand has launched an entirely new climbing range: the Climbing collection. It is a first for a specialist in hiking clothing, mountaineering, trail running and travel.
This Cimalp clothing line will guide all those who wear it to the summit. Designed for lovers of the mountains and clean lines, it combines comfort and practicality without compromising on technical performance. It opens up a new route of resistance, durability and comfort with this collection.
Colours, design, natural fabrics — every piece was designed as a tribute to major climbing destinations in France. Climbing Collection was notably inspired by the Presles cliff face in the Vercors massif, Cimalp's home territory.
A range developed with professional climbers
This collection stands out as unique through its evocation of local roots and the involvement of Cimalp's pro climbing team
Ten years ago, the brand developed a sports division bringing together around forty athletes from the mountain world: mountaineers, high-altitude guides, trail runners and adventurers.
Consultation, field testing — everyone contributes to the design process of certain items of clothing and accessories.
For this climbing collection, Cimalp brought in accomplished young athletes, including Kilian Moni, a member of the French National Mountaineering Excellence Group at 24, and Ilona Serrar, 20, French ice-climbing runner-up and third in the overall European Cup standings. These accomplished mountain athletes are helping take the French brand to new heights.
Climbing collection is:
- an oversized technical t-shirt in responsibly sourced organic cotton that wicks heat
- a built-to-last recycled-composition trouser for committed climbing
- a durable short for summer sessions
- an ergonomic cut with stretch and natural fabrics.
In short, climbing light isn't about going faster. It's about climbing with less, to feel more and joyfully remember every suspended moment!
