Explaining the differences between static vs dynamic climbing technique and ropes. What are the pros and cons? Imagine you are at a crux move, you look up, the next big hold is barely out of reach. You have sweaty hands, slowly losing grip, no clear idea on what the sequence is. Running out of strength. […]
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Rock Climbing vs Bouldering: What’s the Difference?
Many people interchange the words rock climbing and bouldering believing they are one in the same. Though it’s true… That climbing and bouldering both require ascending rock in some form but the reality is that they’re entirely separate subsets of the sport. In this article, I’ll break down the concept of climbing vs bouldering thoroughly […]
Setting Up a Tryolean Traverse: Crossing Into the Abyss!
For a climber, learning to do the Tyrolean traverse can be a lot of fun! Packed with the right gear and practice, you too will be able to master this rather challenging technique. First-time climbers might feel that the Tyrolean traverse isn’t suitable for them, but even kids can do it safely at appropriate heights. […]
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 […]