Why Would You Need to Belay From Above? Whether you’ve just made the transition from gym to outdoor climbing, or you’ve been climbing single-pitch sports routes for years, it’s possible that you’ve never needed to belay from above. However, knowing how to belay from above is essential for multi-pitch climbing and trad climbing, and can […]
Category Archives: Climbing Basics
Rock Climbing vs Bouldering: Is There a Difference?
What are the differences between bouldering and rock climbing? Which is harder? What should a beginner do to rock climb? And more! Bouldering and rock climbing might seem very similar at first sight, but they’re actually quite different. They both use different techniques, safety gear, muscle groups, training regimes, and more. They even have distinct […]
What Is a Deadpoint in Climbing and How to Do it
Have you ever been in a situation at the rock wall where there are no more holds you can reach with your hands, and there is no way to bring your feet higher? Don’t get me wrong, you can clearly see the next hold, barely out of reach, but no matter how much you stretch […]
Rock Climbing Barefoot: Why and When You Can Do It
Barefoot rock climbing, can you do it? Should you do it? Climbing can be a very expensive sport as opposed to many others such as running or ball sports, especially for people from low-income countries. For someone who wants to have a full set of climbing gear, you need an investment of around a thousand […]
