As temps climb and the sun beats down, training on your home wall can get sweaty fast. But summer doesn’t have to mean slipping off plastic and skipping sessions. With the right setup and a few smart tricks, you can keep climbing comfortably all season long.
At Ledge Climbing, we build holds that perform in heat and stand up to the elements—perfect for backyard setups and garage walls alike. Here’s how to make the most of your climbing wall this summer.
5 Ways to Keep Your Wall Cool in Hot Weather
1. Climb in the Morning or Evening
Avoid direct sun hours—aim for early sessions or post-dinner sends. Bonus: it feels more like outdoor summer projecting.
2. Add Shade and Airflow
Simple upgrades like a shade sail, tarp, or garage fan can drop your wall temps significantly.
3. Choose Skin-Friendly Holds
Some plastics get slick in the heat. Our handmade holds are cast with real texture that holds friction, even when things get sweaty.
4. Use Chalk Wisely
Too much chalk clumps. Instead, use a light coat of liquid chalk followed by fine loose chalk for control.
5. Spray Down & Brush Often
Heat + dust = slippery holds. A quick water mist and brushing session before you climb keeps things grippy and clean.
What Makes Ledge Holds Summer-Proof?
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Texture that lasts: Hand-shaped for real rock feel—grippy without wrecking your skin
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UV-stable colors: Won’t fade or bleach under summer sun
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Durability: Holds up to sweat, chalk, and high-traffic sessions
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Versatility: Our shapes work across steep, vert, and slab angles—even when training barefoot
Whether you’re in a shaded garage or a backyard setup under the sun, our small-batch hold sets are designed to perform.
Build Your Best Summer Wall
From fun family circuits to precision footwork training, summer is a great time to climb at home—and tweak your setup to match the season.
👉 Shop Summer-Ready Holds Now
👉 Want to upgrade your setup? Let’s chat
Climb Smart. Stay Cool. Train Real.
— The Ledge Climbing Team