Climbing hold packages upgrade!
7/29/10

Until this point when you ordered a climbing hold package "with bolts and t-nuts" the t-nut you received was 4 prong. Effective immediately, all customers purchase a climbing hold package "with bolts and t-nuts" will receive round-base t-nuts. (We now carry Round Base steel, and Round Base Stainless Steel T-nuts for outdoor walls.) Yes the round base nuts are more expensive, but we are not going to raise the prices to include the upgraded nut.

I'm having trouble ordering online...
3/25/09

Lately we've been having an abnormal number of people calling and telling us that they were trying to order online, and they couldn't. We can always take your order by phone, but most people prefer to order online. I'm assuming the problem is a paypal quirk. I'll try to explain how paypal works to the best of my understanding.

Three Ball Climbing uses paypal to process electronic transactions. You can pay using your paypal account or by using your credit card. You do not need to have a paypal account to order using your Credit Card.

Paypal has a couple quirks that drive us crazy:
• If you have a paypal account, paypal really wants you (I don't know why.) to login and pay using paypal instead of your credit card.
  
  
• If you have a paypal account and you want to use your credit card, you must use a credit card that is not tied to the paypal account.
  
  
• If you do not have a paypal account and want to pay with your credit card, please ignore all the 'login here' and 'set up and account' prompts.
  it is not necessary to set up and account or log in to anything to place your credit card order online.
  
  
• If you are trying to order and the problem does not fit the description above, please give us a call and let us know what is happening in your case. (480-334-4646) Of course we're always happy to take your credit card order by phone or fax.
  
  
• Click to download our order form and fax or email your order:
  Fax order Form

Comp Sponsorship Policy:
3/05/09

We have updated our policy regarding sponsoring climbing competitions. The full policy including a list of current comps we are sponsoring can be viewed here:
Sponsored Climbing Competitions

More Big Climbing Holds!
7-15-08

Due to increasing demand (and cuz they're fun) We've been working hard trying to expand our line of big climbing holds. Lightweight hollow backs make them easy on route setters. Check out our 4 newest creations on our "Big Holds" page.

What is a Roof Jug?
2-23-08

In the climbing hold industry there are many terms that are defined differently from one company to another. Our second example is Roof Jugs. Some hold producers call anything that can be held on a roof a "roof jug". You thought you were buying something easy to hold, only to find you have to crimp down really hard. At Three Ball Climbing we want you to get what you expect. Check out our definition of 'Roof Jugs" by downloading the (pdf) Roof Jugs Defined

How big is an XL climbing hold?

In the climbing hold industry there is no standard regarding hold sizes. Climbing holds defined as “Small” by one company may be equivalent to “Medium” holds from another company.

If a "Large" hold from company A is $7, and a "Large" from company B is $10, it would be easy to assume that company A is 30% cheaper. In reality the large holds from company B may be the same size as XL holds from company A which are sold for $12 each.

Our newest crimp set: Rounders
2-1-08

Now introducing the most comfortable crimps on the planet! 25 Simple shapes designed for training. If you want to pull hard without losing skin Rounders will do the trick. If you don't need all 25 give us a call and let us know how many you want. 480-334-4646.

Screw-on style Core jugs are now available
11-27-07

For those of you who have been looking everywhere for 'screw-on jugs' look no further!

At Three Ball Climbing we pay attention to our customers and their requests. If you can't find something it might be because it doesn't exist yet! These screw-on jugs were created due to customer requests. Currently they are the only big screw-on jugs on the market! (oh and by the way, when some companies say "big" it really means: 'Big enough I guess...'. Three Ball Climbing has no desire to fool you. When we say Big, it really means Big!) You'll find them to be big and comfortable for adults and children alike. They are great for beginners even on overhanging walls. If climbers will be using tennis shoes, don't worry you can stand on these without a problem.

Screw-on holds with better hardware options...
10-22-07

Here at Three Ball Climbing we are always trying to improve and allow our customers to get what they need. Today we added a few options when you order 'screw-on climbing holds'. If you need screws you can specify what type you need: Indoor screws, Heavy duty outdoor screws, or Masonry screws. You can also save a couple bucks and purchase your set without screws. If you need masonry screws we'll also include a carbide tipped drill bit at no extra charge. These drill bits are not your average hardware store bits. They are industrial grade and Made in the USA.

Masonry Screws are now available!
10-20-07

If you've been waiting to turn your basement or cinder block wall into a climbing wall, now is the time! These screws will allow you to fasten screw-on climbing holds to various forms of concrete walls. Pre-drill the screw-holes with a 5/32" drill bit and you can fasten holds securely to the wall. We've also ordered industrial grade (not available at your local hardware store or home depot) Masonry drill bits, so they'll be available here soon!

"Core" 9 Big climbing holds added to our Jugs section!
6-01-07

It took a little longer than we planned, but the new jugs are finally ready! We took a lot of pics from different angles to make sure you know exactly what you are getting. These guys are big, comfortable and easy. There are two basic types of jugs, 'pocket-style' and 'horn-style'. These climbing holds are pocket style. Pocket style jugs are super secure as handholds, and are better footholds than horn style jugs. Climb barefoot, in sneakers, or with climbing shoes. The screw-on version will take a few more weeks before they are ready. Thanks for your patience!

"Gravitron" Big new hold completed,
5-25-07

Gravitron will be a beautiful addition to our big climbing holds collection. This one is almost 5 times the size of the "Primal" granite pinch. It is 15" long and 5" deep. One end of the pinch is good for smaller hands, the other end is great for bigger hands. Route-setters will also like this hold due to its hollow back and our lightweight polyurethane. You don't need two people to fasten it to the wall. Gravitron features one bolt-hole and one directional screw-hole. Each anchor point features an imbedded washer.

"Primal" Big Granite pinch now available.
5-23-07

If you are looking for big holds, you'll like this one. One side is a slightly slopey ledge, the other is incut in one place and flat in the others. The granite style grip area is not sharp, but it will provide a little more friction than regular holds. This hold measures 15 inches long, and a little over 2 inches deep at the highest point. You can fasten this hold to your climbing wall using the standard 3/8" bolt, 4 deck screws, or both.

New Climbing Holds Update
5-22-07

Today we poured the production mold for the Bolt-on Jugs. (We need to order more silcone before we can create the mold for the screw-on version.) Wednesday evening we will remove the master holds from the new mold and get it ready for production. Thursday we will be able start making holds with the new mold. We will make a couple sets of the new holds, and sand them and prep them on friday. Since we always wash the dust off the holds before packing and shipping, we will have to wait till monday to take pics. Once the pics are done we'll build a web page to be added to our site. Finally when this page is up the new climbing holds will be available for you to purchase, Yeeeah! Of course we'll let you know as soon as they are available.

New Climbing Holds Coming soon!
5-9-07

Its been a long time since we created any new climbing holds, so we are excited about these. There will be 9 new shapes total. They will be available in the Bolt-on style, and in a screw-on style. Each shape is a super comfy jug. When shaping this set we were most concerned with the function, not so much the look. These holds will be very simple, no complex features or designs. Each one will be easy to stand on with a running shoe. They will be equally enjoyed by small children and adults. Jugs are always great for beginners, but experienced climbers will also enjoy these on steep overhanging walls. These new holds will be available as a set of 9 by themselves.

We have completed the master mold, but the production molds still need to be made. We hope to make them available by 5-23-07!