Homewall 101
Your guide to building the ultimate Trango homewall
Creating your dream homewall is one of the best investments you can make in your climbing. Whether you're looking to train power, work on movement, or just climb more, this guide covers everything you need to know to design and build the perfect Trango homewall.
A versatile Trango homewall with a range of volumes and styles
Choosing Holds for Your Homewall
Every homewall setup should include a mix of “good” and “bad” holds. Depending on your climbing style and wall angle, the ratio can vary—but a solid starting point is a ⅓ to ⅔ split:
- ⅓ positive holds like jugs or mini-jugs
- ⅔ technical or challenging holds—crimps, slopers, and pinches
Adding Volumes for Homewall Dimension
Volumes bring your homewall to life by adding movement options like compression, tension, and lateral transitions. Most volumes come with t-nuts installed, so you can bolt holds directly onto them for maximum versatility.
Budgeting for Your Homewall Holds
Estimate your homewall hold budget using this guide:
- 1 hold per square foot for general coverage
- 3–4 holds/sq. ft. for dense spray walls
- Average cost: ~$8 per hold
A 10' x 10' homewall = 100 holds = $800 estimated cost
Trango’s Homewall Hold Size Guide
Trango uses a universal size chart to help you organize your homewall collection:
- Size 1–3: footholds
- Size 4–5: general handholds
- Size 6+: features and volumes
Spray vs. Circuit: Choose Your Homewall Style
Is your homewall focused on limit boulders or endurance movement?
- Spray homewalls: high-density, powerful movement
- Circuit homewalls: flowy, route-style training
Many climbers build hybrid homewalls that support both.
Trango Homewall Starter Kits
We make it easy to build your homewall from day one. Check out these curated options:
- Home Gym Kit – 110 holds + bolts for instant setup
- Home Gym 100 – ideal for compact or advanced homewalls
Upgrade your homewall anytime by exploring our volumes or signature hold lines.
