Expert Gear Picks from Cora Hanson

    Expert outdoor recreation gear recommendations from Cora Hanson, AMGA Single Pitch Instructor, based in St. Paul, MN.

    Cora Hanson's Saftey and Communication

    These are the essential pieces of gear I carry to stay safe, connected, and prepared for any emergency situations.

    Cora Hanson's Approach Gear

    This is the gear I use to travel efficiently to and from the base of a climb, whether I’m at my home crag or up in the mountains.

    Cora Hanson's Trad/Multi-Pitch Climbing

    This is what’s on my rack for trad climbing and multi-pitch routes. To view a color-coded list with specific gear and quantities, copy and paste this link into your browser: https://bit.ly/tradrack

    Cora Hanson's Sport Climbing

    Here are all the essentials that make up my sport climbing kit for a day spent at the crag.

    Cora Hanson's Top Rope Anchors

    Here's my go-to gear for building anchors and setting up top ropes at the crag.

    Cora Hanson's Ropes

    Here are the ropes I recommend for different types of climbing as well as for building top rope anchors.

    Cora Hanson's Clothing and Footwear

    This is the clothing and footwear I trust to stay comfortable throughout the year whether I’m climbing at the crag or up on a long multi-pitch route.

    Cora Hanson's Guidebooks

    Some of my favorite guidebooks to climbing destinations around the country as well as some great instructional books on technical skills.

    Rendezvu
    Cora Hanson
    Feel the fear, and do it anyways🌄

    Cora Hanson

    AMGA Single Pitch Instructor
    Cora Hanson
    Feel the fear, and do it anyways🌄

    Cora Hanson

    AMGA Single Pitch Instructor
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    About Cora

    I'm a Colorado-based educator and AMGA Single Pitch Instructor that totally digs getting others climbing outside! Whether I’m teaching students or guiding climbers, my goal is the same: to create an inclusive environment where people can discover their strengths, learn to trust their abilities, and build a meaningful connection with the outdoors.

    DETAILS

    DisciplineOutdoor Recreation
    SpecialityRock Climbing
    LocationSt. Paul, MN
    Joined RendezvuNov 2025

    HIGHLIGHTS

    ✅ Certified AMGA Single Pitch Instructor and NOLS Wilderness First Responder
    🏔️ Summited Mt. Whitney (the tallest peak in the Lower 48) via the Mountaineer’s Route.
    🧗🏼 Trusted gear tester for Mountain Hardwear and Outdoor Research, and proud partner with Mammut and Ombraz.
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    About Cora

    I'm a Colorado-based educator and AMGA Single Pitch Instructor that totally digs getting others climbing outside! Whether I’m teaching students or guiding climbers, my goal is the same: to create an inclusive environment where people can discover their strengths, learn to trust their abilities, and build a meaningful connection with the outdoors.

    DETAILS

    DisciplineOutdoor Recreation
    SpecialityRock Climbing
    LocationSt. Paul, MN
    Joined RendezvuNov 2025

    HIGHLIGHTS

    ✅ Certified AMGA Single Pitch Instructor and NOLS Wilderness First Responder
    🏔️ Summited Mt. Whitney (the tallest peak in the Lower 48) via the Mountaineer’s Route.
    🧗🏼 Trusted gear tester for Mountain Hardwear and Outdoor Research, and proud partner with Mammut and Ombraz.