Two Stones Portable Fingerboard

Over the past two years, as the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the social norms around the world, people started adopting hobbies that required little to no human interaction. Rock climbing and bouldering are one of them.

This rigorous sport has now become more of a trend rather than a niche sport. As a result, many brands that provide at-home climbing gear are making a steep ascent. One such brand gaining immense popularity is Two Stones.

The manufacturer is known for designing top-of-the-line wooden climbing gear for both children and adults. The main focus of their fingerboards is to help newbies develop the finger strength needed to handle even the hardest rock faces and to help avid climbers work past their plateau.

In this article, We have reviewed the Two Stones Portable Fingerboard in detail to help you make an informed decision regarding which fingerboard will work well for you. The factors considered while evaluating this product include the number of edges and pockets, texture, mounting process, value for money, and weight threshold.

The Two Stones Portable Fingerboard comes with a variety of edges and pockets to help you train your muscles and ligaments. It is made of a solid piece of wood and has smooth edges to prevent any excessive scratching. It is ideal for beginners and intermediate climbers.

Specifications

Pros

• It is manufactured using a natural rail woodblock that does not chip or slice.
• It is lightweight and portable, so you can travel with it.
• The fingerboard has a multifunctional design with pockets of different depths.
• Due to the versatility of edges and pockets, it can be used to perform several exercises.

Cons

• The fingerboard does not come with instructions about installation.

Construction and Texture

The construction and texture of a hangboard have a huge impact on its performance. The texture of a hangboard should be such that it does not scratch your hands but provides you with enough grip to hang.

The Two Stones Portable Fingerboard is manufactured using natural rail wood block. It measures 19.6 inches in length and is 4 inches wide. Since it is a portable hangboard, it weighs only 1.65 pounds which is considerably less than a wall-mounted hangboard that can weigh anywhere between 7 to 12 pounds.

Most climbers prefer wooden hangboards or fingerboards mainly because of their texture. This portable hangboard is no less. It has textbook texture and due to the manufacturing material used, it does not start chipping or splicing over time. Thus, your fingers will not scratch.

To prevent your fingers from hurting and allow you to hang for a longer period, the edges and pockets come with a Fillet R5 finish. All the burrs and sharp edges have been softened out.

Edges and Pockets

When it comes to portable hangboards, many avid climbers avoid them mainly because of the lower number of edges and pockets. Portable fingerboards usually come with three or four pockets that can only be used for warming up.

However, the Two Stones Portable Fingerboard has been designed keeping endurance and training in mind. It comes with a total of 11 pockets. The fingerboard has two pairs of four finger pockets, two pairs of two-finger pockets, a pair of one finger pockets, and a single four-finger pocket.

Each pair of pockets has a varying depth that allows the climber to train his/her fingers for different types of holds on actual rock faces.

These pockets have been divided into three categories mainly:

• Deep
• Medium
• Shallow

Depending on the level of training you have already had, thanks to its versatility, you can use this hangboard to start your bouldering career as an amateur or use it to work through your plateau as an avid climber.

Mounting

The mounting process of this portable hangboard is relatively easy, however, since it does not come with a proper installation guide, some individuals find it difficult to understand the process of mounting it. This is especially true if you don’t have any prior experience in mounting portable hangboards.

The Two Stones Portable Fingerboard comes with a climbing rope that has a 6mm diameter and is 3 meters long. This rope is used to hang the fingerboard on a pull-up bar. If you are going for a quick hangboard workout outdoors, you can even mount it on a monkey bar in the children’s park.

The mounting process is as easy and convenient as it gets. The rope goes into the four rope holes drilled on the fingerboard. Then all you have to do is secure the fingerboard on a pull-up bar with a knot that will not loosen up due after you apply force on it.

The only critical part about the installation of this fingerboard is the knot. Once you master that, it will take you less than five minutes to mount it.

Value for Money

If we look at the price this fingerboard comes at, it definitely sounds expensive. In the same price tag, you can get a full-fledged hangboard with more than 20 edges and pockets. Moreover, other portable hangboards cost way less.

However, in this case, the value of the product depends on your usage. Since the Two Stones Portable Fingerboard provides the versatility of a wall-mounted hangboard, it does justify the price tag. Nevertheless, it is towards the expensive side, and if you are looking for something less expensive, check this review out.

Verdict

This fingerboard is ideal for individuals who don’t want to miss out on their training even when they are on the move. The hangboard has all the important edges and pockets that will help you train your fingers, muscles and ligaments for better climbing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Are wood hangboards better?

Yes, wood hangboards have a better texture and provide a better grip.

Can beginners train on a hangboard?

Yes, beginners can start training on hangboards once a week.

Can hangboards be used to improve pinch blocks?

Yes, some hangboards come with grips that help in training for pinch positions.