From Scraps to Sends: Why We Handmake Every Hold in Small Batches

From Scraps to Sends: Why We Handmake Every Hold in Small Batches

Climbing is personal. Every move, every grip, every send tells a story. At Ledge Climbing, we believe your holds should tell one too. That’s why we shape, refine, and pour each climbing hold by hand—right here in small batches.

This isn’t about mass production. It’s about craft. Here’s why that matters for your wall.


Why We Choose the Handmade Route

We could outsource. We could automate. But we’d lose what makes Ledge, Ledge. When you climb on our holds, you’re climbing on something:

  • Touched by a real climber

  • Inspired by real rock

  • Built for real movement

Handmade holds bring nuance and soul that big-factory molds just can’t match.


What Makes Small Batch Holds Different?

  • Unique Feel
    Each batch is slightly different, with subtle variations in shape and texture that create more organic movement on the wall.

  • Better Grip, Less Skin Wear
    We test every texture ourselves—tweaking to balance friction and skin-friendliness, especially for high-volume training.

  • Real Rock Inspiration
    Our shapers design holds that feel like rock. Not plastic blobs. Expect directional grip, thumb catches, and dynamic edges.

  • Creative Shapes with Purpose
    We don't just fill a mold—we think about how each hold will climb. Where your body goes. What it teaches you.


Why Climbers Keep Coming Back to Ledge

Because we don’t just make holds. We make tools for movement, mastery, and expression.

When you support Ledge Climbing, you're supporting a climber-owned shop with a real love for the process—from mixing the resin to testing the prototypes on our own walls.


Join the Movement

This summer, don’t just refresh your wall—elevate it. Add holds that challenge your movement and reflect your style.

👉 Shop Small Batch Hold Sets
👉 Follow the Build Process on Instagram


Ledge Climbing – Handmade Holds. Real Grip. Built by Climbers.

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