DISPATCH // TOOLKIT & ARCHIVE

Climber Resources & Toolkit

Curated frameworks, recommended literature, essential mobile tools, and time-tested training templates for self-coached climbers.

FOUNDATIONAL READING

Essential Climbing Books

Training for Climbing

by Eric J. Hörst

The definitive textbook on climbing exercise physiology, energy system training, and periodized programming.

9 Out of 10 Climbers Make the Same Mistakes

by Dave MacLeod

An incredible breakdown of mental barriers, technique errors, and why standard training often fails intermediate climbers.

Make or Break: Don't Let Injuries Dictate Success

by Dave MacLeod

The gold standard medical guide for diagnosing, rehabilitating, and preventing finger pulley tears, golfer's elbow, and shoulder issues.

DIGITAL TRAINING

Hangboard Apps & Timers

Crimpd App (by Lattice Training)

iOS & Android

Over 75 structured workouts with built-in voice timers, interval tracking, and strength-to-weight benchmarks for all grades.

Seconds Pro / Interval Timer

Customizable Audio Timers

Ideal for dialing in custom density hangs (e.g. 5x 10s hangs with 2.5 min rest) without glancing at your phone screen.

Boulder Journal & Metric Log

Simple Pen & Paper / Field Notes

Logging: date, sleep score (1-5), session duration, primary problems worked, and finger condition. Keep it under 2 minutes per session.