• Traditional climber leading a route in Indian Creek, Utah. Rock Climbing. A rock climber approaches a roof while leading a multi-pitch, traditional route in Custer State Park...
  • There are so many different types of climbing, environments and weather conditions available that I believe everyone can find their own rock climbing heaven!
  • Rock climbing is an extremely varied sport in that there are multiple types of rock climbing practiced today.
  • Rock climbing is a sport in which participants climb up, down or across natural rock formations or artificial rock walls.
  • The climber places protection (small, removable anchors) in rock features as they climb (traditional leading), or uses permanent bolts already in the rock...
  • So before deciding whether rock climbing suits you, be sure to weigh the pros and cons honestly and make sure you are aware of the risks involved.
  • He said rock climbing is a high risk sport in which many people overestimate their abilities and underestimate the rock.
  • As for a specific rock climbing for beginners kit list, your three key items are: a climbing helmet, a harness and a belay device on a carabiner.
  • Aid climbing is the technique of placing removable equipment along the rock, and then attaching a webbing ladder to it to climb.