The Tale of a Shocking Fall and a Gritty
Resolve
In April 2003 Aron Ralston, a 27-year-old hiker, fell and
was trapped in a narrow slot in Blue John Canyon in Utah, his right arm wedged
against the rock wall by a boulder. Mr. Ralston’s ordeal — described in many
interviews after the fact and in his lively, unaffected memoir, “Between a Rock
and a Hard Place” — was a struggle for survival and a profound...
Selasa, 05 Mei 2015
Introduction Video
Do you want to know more about rock climbing? As introduction you'll find out about physical and mental benefits of rock climbing and Yosemite Decimal Rating System explain by the guy in this video. Check it out !
Source : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gLfvk2SSj...
Senin, 04 Mei 2015
Movie Review : Vertical Limit
Vertical Limit (2000)
December 8, 2000
FILM REVIEW; Man vs. Mountain, the Nth Round
By ELVIS MITCHELL
Published: December 8, 2000
The director Martin Campbell knows
what his competition is for ''Vertical Limit,'' a shallow yet empty action
extravaganza set on the notorious Himalayan peak K2. It's the ''Cliffhanger''
trailer, which neatly jettisoned the (heh, heh) plot and shoehorned in every
heart-stopping...
Tips For Saving Money For World Travelling
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Turning a travel dream
into reality costs money. Whatever travel plans you may have, you need money to
make it happen. There is no secret to saving for travel, you just need to make
smart decisions. I want to share with you some for saving money for world
travel.
Ask Yourself the Right Question
Regardless...
Snorkeling Tips For Beginners
What is your first time snorkeling
experience going to be like? A once in a lifetime experience that you can't
wait to repeat? Or a miserable, boring or even dangerous experience?
Unfortunately, poor first time
experiences are pretty common.
But the truth is that while snorkeling
is a very enjoyable...
What is Backpacking?
Backpacking -- tramping, trekking or
backcountry camping -- is essentially the combination of hiking and camping in
the backcountry. For some adventurer, backpacking is the act of sleeping in the
wild, away from the trappings of civilization or the art of being
self-contained, carrying everything...
Minggu, 03 Mei 2015
Climbing FAQs
Q:
What if I get scared when I'm on the rope?
A:
Just stop, breathe, relax and enjoy the scenery around you. Take your time and
you'll feel better. The beauty of a top rope is that you can always ask for
tension and hang on the rope to rest or gain confidence in the safety system.
Q:
Can I use a handhold for a foothold?
A:
You frequently can. As long as you can reach it, use it! But when it...
Basic Climbing Gear / Equipment
Here's
an overview of indispensable climbing gear. If you start out at a gym or climb
with a guide, all the necessary equipment is usually provided. But eventually
you'll want to get your own.
Tip: Always inspect your gear before
climbing—whether you own it or rent it. Frequent use inevitably results...
Types of Rock Climbing
The
rock-climbing world consists of a number of small niches. Consider which aspect
of the sport interests you the most.
Indoor Sport Climbing
This
can be at a climbing gym, sports club or even a home climbing wall. Indoor
walls have artificial hand and foot holds placed in sequence to create...
Climbing Route Ratings
Routes
are rated by the hardest move on the route. In the U.S., the Yosemite Decimal
Rating System is most commonly used to classify climbing difficulty.
Climbing Route Classifications
Class
1
Walking
an established flat, easy trail.
Class
2
Hiking
a steep incline, scrambling, maybe using your hands.
...
Started Rock Climbing
Getting Started Rock Climbing
For physical fitness,
fun and, yes, adrenaline, nothing beats rock climbing. Rock climbing is an activity in which participants climb up, down or across natural rock formations or artificial rock walls. The goal is to reach the summit of a formation or the endpoint of a usually pre-defined
route without falling. Rock climbing...
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