When rock climbing, our life might not be hanging by a thread… But it literally hangs by a rope! This most important piece of equipment is what makes our passion possible and safe, and it really must be given the attention and care it deserves. And… I’ll be the first to admit it, we could […]
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Non Dry vs Dry Rope: What Does It Mean & Is It Worth It?
Buying a rope can be an intimidating task, especially if you are new to climbing and are looking to move from your gym’s climbing holds and top ropes to real rock and the great outdoors. First things first: you decided what type of rope system you will be using (single rope, half ropes, twin ropes?), […]
How Does an Auto (Automatic) Belay Device in Rock Climbing Work?
Running repetitive laps on gym climbing walls can be the perfect way to build up your strength, rev up your endurance, sizzle away body fat, and, to top it all off, have tons of fun! How cool is that! But what if you don’t have a belay partner? In that case, you can’t go as […]
Belay Techniques: How to Secure Someone While Rock Climbing
When we think about rock climbing, our minds wander to remote locations and beautiful landscapes, picturing strong men and women gracefully ascending rocks. As all climbers know, however, there is something missing in this beautiful image: the belayers! We must admit it: without a belayer, there can be no climbing. If you want to hang […]
