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Brat Fall: Guide for Outdoor Boulder Bro Girlies
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items A guide for all things you need on your bouldering trip. These have all been tried and tested for me and I hope it helps! Have the best Brat Fall and crush out there!! Whether you are new to outdoor climbing or need so inspiration, I've got you, girl...
Sections
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Outdoor Bouldering Essentials
The "Fit"
Crag Snacks
Shoes
Outdoor Bouldering Essentials
All the things you need to have a pleasant time
You most certainly need a crash pad, unless you're Alex Honnold. The Mondo pad is my favorite because it is HUGE. Don't let the jealous haters who ask what you're highballing make you feel a type of way. I lug this around to give me extra confidence ...
Mondo Crash Pad | Black Diamond® Equipment
The only chalk I use these days. You'll need something to keep the nervous sweats away. Dealer's choice/preference, though!
Magdust Chalk | Rúngne
Warm up those fingers and try your best to avoid injuries by using the tried and tested by MANY block. Imitations don't work as well in my opinion. Bonus points if you get a weight pin and do some finger training during off season, too! Super versati...
The Block | Tension Climbing
A sturdy backpack is definitely needed. I'm a North Face heaux so you know this one is one of my favorites. Life Hack: stuff in on the inside of your crashpad to keep your hands free.
Base Camp Voyager Travel Pack | The North Face
Brush your holds, brush your ticks, even brush your hair (jk don't do that)
Brush | Contra Climb
I only go outside when temps are frigid. Hehehe these are tried and true. I'd love to say electric hand warmers are great but I have yet to test any out.
Hothands Hand Warmers
Because instant photos are fun. Why not get a bounty shot with your latest send?
Instax | FUJIFILM
Film your sends (but mostly your fails)!
Best Cell Phone Tripods
Any blanket works but it's nice to bundle up while you rest between goes.
Blanket | Rumpl
For the extra frigid days, this will save your icsicle fingers and toes and provide more longevity of your session!
Buddy Heaters
Nice to have in case of an emergency. Or you can be a psycho like me who's never gone in the woods. Dealer's choice. My daughter has used about 5 of these on outdoor trips. It's not a cool time for anyone involved, but I guess when nature calls, you ...
Wag Bag - Cleanwaste
A huge chalk bucket, lots of space for all the things. I enjoy sprucing mine up with keychains, too. Personality? Who is she?
Craft Chalk Bucket | Rúngne
The "Fit"
My go to outfits. Feel great, Send great! For reference, these fits work for me because I am into super comfy but still cutesy at 5'4. Everyone has their own style but these are my practical, tested to last, comfy must haves!
The most comfy sports bra ever. Let's fight about it OR you're welcome hehe
Yosemite Bra | Vuori
Hear me out. Marketed for men but it's most definitely unisex. Incredibly comfortable! Sizing is a bit larger in my opinion.
Highballer Pants | Rúngne
The colors can be kind of wild but hey, that's the essence of some climbing, isn't it? These are super comfy and cute. They are expensive, as most climbing specific pants are but are well worth it.
Mantra Pant | La Sportiva
I believe no one should climb outside until all the bugs are dead. We can agree to disagree but that means temps are gonna be LOW. Invest in a great jacket. This is my favorite.
Women's Hoodies & Sweatshirts | The North Face
Layers! A cozy sweatshirt is def needed.
Sweatshirt– Rúngne
Yes and yes to all the lulu sports bras. They don't miss.
lululemon Energy Bra
Again, LAYERS….
Women's Cropped Shirts | Lululemon
Friends, this is an update for the 2025 Brat Bouldering Season. But hey, every season is Brat Bouldering season…right? No. We wait until all those buggies and critters are out of here. I have the 2024 version of this jacket but this is THE must have jacket for outdoor climbing. It is comfy, warm, and can be run through ALL the things (except maybe crack climbs..what even survives that?) This will be my go to jacket for years to come. Pro Tip: Size up by one for layers & make sure to follow wash instructions to keep it g...
Women’s Summit Series Breithorn Hoodie
Crag Snacks
Being hangry and irritable is not a vibe. Get proactive and make sure you have snacks handy, bonus points if you've got extra to share. You wouldn't want to go a whole session without fuel!
A quick high protein snack at the crag to keep the energy high and hangriness LOW
Chomps
Am I a child? No. I do have one, though. I love gummies but have been trying to be mindful of dyes. These Annie's are my go to sugary re-up!
Annie's Organic Fruit Snacks
Yummy & Energizing
Soft & Juicy Mango | Trader Joe's
With quinoa or rice, both delicious. They look and seem gross. That is a wrong assumption. Eat them right out of the can! A friend of mine shared this snack with me on a women's trip in 2019. I am addicted.
Dolmas | Trader Joe's
The best bar, ever!
Protein Bars - GoMacro
Shoes
Highly individual and slightly controversial. Here are my favorites for approaches and climbing (on outdoor rock).
Y'all. RUN, don't walk. I just bought this shoe in September of 2025 so this is an update. This is THE SHOE. Soft like the classic drago but the heel is a GAME CHANGER. This is perfect for both comping and for those outdoor days to feel whats under you and to be able to crank your heel hard. I'm so excited for this one. I think this is my forever shoe.
DRAGO XT
I swear by this shoe! Caveats: I am pizza footed (wide toe box and baby heel). There is little to no break in time, fits like a glove, softness rivals the Drago (I said what I said), and ½ the price. This is my soft shoe, for life.
Method S Climbing Shoes | Black Diamond® Equipment
This is my go to outdoor rock shoe. I prefer to have something with more stiffness (but really depends). If I do need a softer shoe I will switch out to the Method S.
INSTINCT VSR | SCARPA
Not feeling the Blundstone? This shoe will also get you where you need to go and you'll be able to do some warm ups in them, as well!
Climbing Approach Shoes | Black Diamond® Equipment
Yes, I know this is sort of odd. They'll last a lifetime and can go through the task of taking you all over the place.
Chelsea Boots | Blundstone