Greg Boswell

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Greg Boswell is one of Scotland’s most experienced young climbers. Having started climbing in 2004 at the age of 13 he has since then tried to excel in most aspects of the sport. He has travelled all over the world to pursue many different routes and conditions.

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News UPDATED: Bring Da Ruckus, XII 13, by Greg Boswell and Jamie Skelton

Greg Boswell and Jamie Skelton have made the first ascent of Bring Da Ruckus, XII 13, at Lochnagar.

111 14 Jan

News Vortex, X 10, by Greg Boswell and Guy Robertson

Greg Boswell and Guy Robertson have made yet another top-end First Winter Ascent.

2 22 Dec, 2022

News Greg Boswell on his First Winter Ascent of The Nihilist, IX 9

Greg Boswell and Guy Robertson have launched the winter season with a first winter ascent of The Nihilist, IX 9.

2 14 Dec, 2022

The Ticklist #22 - New Scottish Winter Climbs and Bouldering Repeats

This week's Ticklist features some hard new Scottish Winter lines, repeats of difficult...

37 1 Jan, 2021

Video Rab: Preparing for Winter - Antagonistic Exercises

Greg Boswell takes us through his tips for getting ready for winter climbing. In this episode, he talks about...

16 Jan, 2020

Video Rab: Preparing for Winter - Lock Off Training

In this episode, Greg discusses the importance of training lock offs, which you regularly perform outside when...

9 Jan, 2020

Video Rab: Preparing for Winter - Ice Axe Pulls

Greg Boswell takes us through his tips for getting ready for winter climbing. In this episode, Greg talks about the...

4 17 Dec, 2019

Video Preparing for Winter - Greg Boswell: Circuit Training

9 5 Dec, 2019

News Local Hero - An Teallach VIII,9 by Greg Boswell and Guy Robertson

4 27 Nov, 2019

News 3rd Ascent of Anubis XII, 12 by Greg Boswell

4 4 Feb, 2019

News The Forge X / 10 by Boswell and Robertson

11 7 Dec, 2018

News Lost Arrow Winter Variation X 10 by Boswell & Robertson

45 14 Dec, 2017

Interview Will Sim and Greg Boswell in Alaska

12 May, 2017

News New Northern Corries X, 10 by Greg Boswell

7 13 Feb, 2017

Video Rab Commitment Series - Greg Boswell: Dedication

10 1 Dec, 2016

Press Release Greg Boswell signs up as Leki Ambassador

29 Feb, 2016

News Banana Wall XII / 12 for Greg Boswell

6 2 Mar, 2015

Newsflash X / 10 onsight FA (again!) for Greg Boswell

3 23 Jan, 2015

News Greg Boswell: M11 Flashes at White Goods Drytooling Meet

5 14 Nov, 2014

News D13 FA at The Works for Greg Boswell

86 7 Nov, 2013

News Greg Boswell on the BBC

7 13 Mar, 2012

Fri Night Vid Greg Boswell, Don't Die of Ignorance

13 17 Feb, 2012

News Greg Boswell Kickstarts His Scottish Season IX,9 o / s

13 12 Dec, 2011

News Greg Boswell Repeats The Hurting XI,11

9 21 Feb, 2011

Interview Greg Boswell - Hard New Scottish Routes

9 14 Jan, 2011

Videos

Winter and Alpine

THE TICKLIST: Greg Boswell's desperate new XII 13

Greg Boswell and Jamie Skelton have made the first ascent of Scotland's hardest climb, Bring Da Ruckus, XII 13, on Shadow Buttress at Lochnagar.

Latest Reviews for Greg's Sponsors

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Rab Mythic G Jacket

If you're looking for the best warmth available at a minimalist weight, then this top-of-the-market down jacket must be pretty much the state of the art, reckons Dan Bailey.

26 Oct

Recycled Gear - Reducing Our Impact

With a growing awareness of environmental issues, and the urgent need for greater sustainability, many outdoor brands are increasing their use of recycling. To highlight these efforts, we look at a diverse range of products featuring significant...

3 3 Oct

Scarpa Generator and Generator Mid - The Ultimate Trad Shoe?

These days rock shoes seem to be getting softer and softer, making the quest to find a supportive trad shoe increasingly tough. The Generator and its mid-cut companion buck that trend in a big way, says Rob Greenwood, combining...

21 5 Sep

Rab Aeon Ultra 28 pack

With a close, well-vented fit and handy on-the-go pockets inspired by running vest design, the Aeon Ultra is a superb summer hill pack...

10 15 Aug

Aircontact Ultra 50 Pack - Deuter Go Lightweight

Deuter are known for making solid packs, but perhaps less so light ones. Their entry to the lightweight...

2 7 Jul

New Camping Gear for 2024

At OTS 2023 in Liverpool, we got a chance to check out some of the coolest new camping gear due to hit the shelves next...

6 Jul

Rab Ionosphere 5.5 Sleeping Mat

Rab are new to camping mats, and this warm-but-lightweight 4-season model suggests they're off to a great start, says John...

13 4 Jul

Latest News from Greg's Sponsors

Announcements direct from manufacturers

Bronwyn Hodgins Interview - Big Walls, Women-Only Events, and Carbon Offsetting E

Bronwyn Hodgins, a professional rock climber and guide from Canada with a deep-rooted love for all facets of climbing, is the embodiment for boundless energy. Her unwavering passion has fueled her exceptional achievements in various rea...

14 Nov

Scarpa Mescalito Mids - Save 35%

Save 35% and pick up a pair of comfortable, lightweight, three-season hiking boots for just £149! Get ready for summer trekking, hiking and walking adventures.

17 May

SCARPA steps forward to sponsor mountain running events

SCARPA has signed up as title sponsor of the Great Lakeland 3Day for the next three editions of the event. In addition, the brand will become the exclusive footwear sponsor of the Montane Dragon's Back Race. Both are organised by...

31 Oct, 2022