About us:

V12 is an independent retailer run by climbers for climbers. In 2003 we opened our main shop and internet warehouse based in Llanberis at the foot of Snowdon in North Wales. We now have three further outlets in Awesome Walls climbing walls in Stockport, Liverpool and Stoke. Our aim is to supply the highest quality climbing gear and climbing equipment from premium manufacturers matched with outstanding customer service. We are known as the specialists when dealing with rock climbing equipment and ice climbing gear. We have the largest selection of rock climbing shoes in the country and carry one of the most comprehensive selections of rock climbing equipment you can find anywhere. We also supply specialist mountaineering and outdoor sports equipment.

Unlike some of our competitors we are open 7 days a week, so you can always get hold of us should you want any advice or information, our staff are always happy to help. All in stock items are dispatched the same day if ordered before 3pm while there is the option of express or next day delivery should you require it.

We were the 1st UK outlet to have a Mammut 'shop in shop' and specialise in their products. Being the nearest retailer to DMM we get the latest gear and news 1st and we are the only official DMM factory seconds re-seller. V12 are also a North Face Summit Series Retailer, one of only 20 in the country. We carry specialist kit from over 35 companies including; Mammut, DMM, Black Diamond, Edelrid, Petzl, Five Ten, La Sportiva, Metolius, Pod, Arcteryx, Crux, Boreal, Evolv, MSR and Wild Country to name but a few.