The 3 pieces of equipment you need for back-to-school

For back-to-school, we've put together a selection of 3 apparatus for you: the Penta Evo, the Mini Crux and the Baguette Evo. We'll compare them to help you choose the one that's right for you. Which is best suited to: bouldering? Warm-up and training? At home? We'll tell you all about it below!

What's the purpose of a fixture? 

A climbing apparatus is a nomadic tool designed to complement practice on a wall or crag. It enables you to work on your finger strength, sheathing and stability in a progressive way. It can be used to target your warm-up before climbing as well as your workout between sessions, and adapts to your level. Compact and practical, it can be used at home, in the gym, on the crag or even when traveling, without the need for heavy installation.

An apparatus is a durable, high-performance tool adapted to your practice, whether indoors or outdoors.

Why choose an apparatus rather than a hangboard ?

A fixed hangboard is ideal for precise training follow-up, but it requires space, a set-up and remains immobile. The apparatus, on the other hand, is light, portable and versatile : you can take it anywhere and vary its uses (suspension, no-hang, rings).

With a minimal footprint and zero superfluous features, you target finger strength, stability and technique, so you can get on with your projects without wasting time or injuring yourself. It's the reliable , no-frills solution for progress, even without a dedicated wall.

Between hangboard and apparatus, both solutions can offer you the same results, but the choice is made according to your needs and constraints.

Penta Evo

For whom?

The Penta Evo is designed for intermediate to expert climbers who want a versatile, ultra-complete tool that can be used at home, in the gym or on the crag. The Penta Evo lets you perform an infinite number of exercises for fingers, arms, scapular chain, shoulders, sheathing and even legs.

The Penta Evo can also be used by multi-sport enthusiasts (e.g. crossfit) as a "gym ring" or in TRX mode.®.

Key features

• 7 grips + 360° rotation to change grip in a single movement
• A pair format that allows you to work symmetrically or asymmetrically
• Ergonomic, comfortable grips for use as a ring or hangboard

Benefits

✅ The most complete apparatus for nomadic training
✅ Versatility: suspension, no-hang, rings, unstable push-ups, squats
✅ Works fingers, arms, shoulder chain, shoulders, sheathing, lower body and joint stability

Get the Penta Evo if you want a single machine to work all your muscles, whether you train at home or in the gym. 

Le Mini Crux

For whom?

The Mini Crux is perfect for beginner to expert climbers who want a simple, lightweight and effective tool. It's the ideal finger apparatus for both warm-up and specific finger work, wherever you are.

Easy to use, the Mini Crux will be kind to new climbers. Technical in shape and grip, it will delight even the most experienced climbers.

Key features

• 5 grips and 4 different grips to cover the whole of your finger session and vary the stimuli.
• Ultra-compact and lightweight (185g), take it wherever you want (even in your pocket), it doesn't take up any space.
• Rounded, ergonomic beechwood grips for pain-free workout after workout

Benefits

✅ The most compact and lightweight → fits everywhere, even in a pocket
✅ Perfect for finger work: rulers and pliers
✅ No-hang/ground use: you can easily work with weights thanks to its short cord

The Mini Crux is interesting at all levels, you just have to be careful about the load you add. You can take it if you want to improve your finger strength.

La Baguette Evo

For whom?

La Baguette Evo is designed for advanced to expert climbers who want a versatile, portable tool. It's the best alternative to a fixed hangboard , for efficient warm-up and mobile progress.

La Baguette Evo is perfect for attaching at the foot of a route or next to a boulder to warm up thoroughly before giving it a try.

Key features

• 12 engraved grips (from 6mm to 30m + trays) to cover and track all your progress
• Innovative Turn&Pull system allows you to adjust the hangboard 's inclination to suit your level of difficulty.
• Lightweight and compact, you can easily take it anywhere to continue your hangboard training without limitations.

Benefits

✅ Ultra-purpose: warm-up, training, indoor/outdoor
✅ Legible progress with engraved grips
✅ Comfort → pleasant wood, rounded trays

The Baguette Evo can be enough on its own to take you on a trip: for warm-up and training, it can replace your fixed hangboard , offering a multitude of grips and the possibility of working several parts of the body. 

Psst: Alexander Megos has done a review in which he tests nomadic hangboards , including the Baguette Evo. We'll put the excerpt right here if you want an outside opinion.

Summary table

Apparatus	Weight	Grips	Key use	Ideal for
Penta Evo	220g/ unit	7	Complete training (fingers, arms, shoulder girdle, sheathing)	Intermediate → Expert
Mini Crux	185g	5 + 4 grips	Finger strength, finger warm-up	Beginner → Expert
Baguette Evo	360g	12	Training and reinforcement with progressive follow-up	Confirmed → Expert

Conclusion: which apparatus should you choose for back-to-school?

Back to school is the right time to get back into an efficient routine. To select your equipment, identify your needs and constraints and make your choice according to these criteria.

• 👉 Want to work on everything with just one tool? → Penta Evo

• 👉 Want to target finger strength and travel light? → Mini Crux

• 👉 Want a versatile hangboard to warm up and train anywhere? → Baguette Evo

Complementary products to kick-start your warm-up and workout routine: 

→ Elastic Bands

→ Warm Up Bands