If an outdoor enclosure is not an option, you might want to consider training your cat to walk on a harness and leash so they can enjoy roaming and exploring in your yard without getting into danger. Ideally, you’ll want to start getting your cat used to wearing a harness from when t...
• Get started with a starter package that includes 5 day passes and trails through gears like chalk bag, belayset, shoes, and harness. • Participate in The Lead Wall Course (LWC), to learn about lead climbing on artificial climbing walls, leading gear, fall factors, clipping, lead cli...
climbing wall goes straight up and has small holding places for hands and feet. How do people climb the wall?To climb,you need special shoes and a harness(保护带) around your chest to hold you.There are ropes (绳索)tied to your harness.The ropes hold you in place so that you don't...
This means that if one line or bolt breaks, another will be there to save you from certain death. A tether can also help ensure your safety. These consist of a short length of rope tied to a climbing harness on one end and a solid steel ring on the other. Highliners wear the ...
You’ve been training hard,putting in long hours in the gym trying to push into a new grade of climbing. You feel motivated before each session, and eager to throw everything at your project—regardless of fatigue and faltering technique. But as you set up for a crux heel hook, your le...
How to get started climbing cracks, from finger-size to the wide stuff, and the sizes in between. Also: How to use your feet in cracks.
A large hood that fits over a climbing helmet is essential when using your down jacket as a belay jacket. Hood An insulated hood provides vital extra warmth in the very coldest conditions. However, they do add extra weight and faff to your jacket which may be unnecessary if you’re intendi...
device acts as a brake on the climbing rope by applying friction to it. The device, plus the belayer's quick "braking hand" (which locks off the free end of the rope), helps keep tension on the rope and helps protect the climber at the other end. It is an essential device for clim...
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Align your mounting system with your pre-drilled holes (let’s hope they line up!). Screw the hanger/hook firmly into the wall, but be sure not to overtighten. Especially if you’re using hardware that was included with your hook, the screws may be of a lower quality and liable to ...