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 !
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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 comes to
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 in some
wear and tear. The advantage of buying your own gear is that you know its
history.
Climbing Harness
Unless you are
bouldering, you need a climbing harness. A harness consists of 2 basic parts:
- Waistbelt:
This sits over the hips and must fit snugly.
- Leg
loops: One loop goes around each leg. Many harnesses conveniently offer adjustable
or removable leg loops.
Your
harness allows you to tie into the rope safely and efficiently. All harnesses
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 routes
of varying difficulty. Route setters can move holds easily, creating an endless
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
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Class
1
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Walking
an established flat, easy trail.
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Class
2
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Hiking
a steep incline, scrambling, maybe using your hands.
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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 is a physically and mentally demanding
sport, one that often tests a climber's strength, endurance, agility and
balance along with mental control. It can be a dangerous activity and knowledge
of proper climbing
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