Topic cover image

Climbers Point

Welcome to Climbers Point! A blog and community-based platform dedicated to the world of climbing. Our goal is to create a space for climbers of all levels, beginners, and experts, to share their knowledge, experience, hardships, and success with other climbers.
Profile image
Anonymous
General Climbing  ·  Nov 6
Hello.

Good cheer to all on this beautiful day!!!!!

Good luck :)
0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Jun 15
post cover image
Asked In Article: Lace Vs Velcro: How To Choose The Right Closure System For Your Climbing Shoes

I don't have any lace climbing shoes, but so far I know quite a few people who have Velcro shoes that have torn and the Velcro strap is no longer attached. My shoes are actually very close to tearing it seems as well.

I have never seen anyone whose lace shoes have torn though, but I'm sure it happens, I just don't know at what rate compared to Velcro shoes.

1
 Show 1 comment  
Answered a Question    Jun 15
post cover image
Asked In Article: Don't Downsize Climbing Shoes Before Understanding What It Means

There may be some brands that have similar sizing, most likely by chance, but overall brands can have very different sizing to their shoes. Even different shoes from the same brand tend to have different sizing.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Jun 15
post cover image
Asked In Article: Don't Downsize Climbing Shoes Before Understanding What It Means

I believe he said in one of his recent videos, or just in a video he was in, that he downsizes his shoes a few sizes less than he used to a few years ago. I can't remember the reason why he said he does it.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Jun 15
post cover image
Asked In Article: Don't Downsize Climbing Shoes Before Understanding What It Means

I would say you should always try them on and see what works for you. The same principles apply to choosing neutral climbing shoes as they do to choosing aggressive climbing shoes - try them on and feel what feels best for you.

I would keep in mind the intended usage of the shoes though, since if you are getting neutral shoes, you may be climbing longer routes such as in sport and trad climbing, in which case, downsizing to something very tight may feel very painful and uncomfortable due to wearing the shoes for so long.

1
 Show 1 comment  
Answered a Question    Jun 15
post cover image
Asked In Article: Don't Downsize Climbing Shoes Before Understanding What It Means

For me the fit of climbing shoes has always been the same based on the shoes. I haven't changed my shoe size since I started climbing a few years ago, even when I try on shoes I already have, like the Evolv Shaman 2, I still find that the best fit is the same size I got when I first bought them a few years ago.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Jun 15

I don't really think there is a general best length. For me personally, I cut them just enough to not be too short, but don't leave enough to hear the nails on the wall. If they are even a little bit longer than that, they tend to sometimes get bent backwards while grabbing the holds, which obviously is not very pleasant.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
RobinR Asked a Question
Climbing Shoes  ·  Jun 12
How does the mad rock drone cs compare to the original drones?
First asked   Jun 12,
1 person is following for answers.
Adam M. Asked a Question
General Climbing  ·  May 27
How long do climbing sessions usually last?
First asked   May 27,
1 person is following for answers.
Adam M. Asked a Question
what should i do with a hurt pully?
First asked   May 27,
1 person is following for answers.
Adam M. Asked a Question
Climbing Shoes  ·  May 27
how long do resoled shoes last?
First asked   May 27,
1 person is following for answers.
Adam M. Asked a Question
Climbing Shoes  ·  May 27
How often do you resole your shoes?
First asked   May 27,
1 person is following for answers.
Adam M. Asked a Question
General Climbing  ·  Jan 5
do your hands sweat when thinking about or watching climbing also?
First asked   Jan 5,
1 person is following for answers.
John Che Asked a Question
Climbing Shoes  ·  Jan 3
Are there any climbing shoes with a small heel cup but a wide toe box?
First asked   Jan 3,
1 person is following for answers.
Answered a Question    Jan 3

In my opinion, the problem is less about the actual hangboarding, and more about beginners not knowing when to stop and let their fingers rest. Since new climbers aren't usually used to the strain that climbing puts on their fingers and tendons, it's very easy to overtrain and to get injured.
This is true just by climbing alone. Add to that the element of hangboarding and you are in a very high risk of injury!

If a new climber can listen to their body, and also follow a strict program that will minimize the potential for finger injuries, even including hangboarding in the program could be fine. But, this will take a lot of self discipline that a lot of climbers don't seem to have.

Generally, I think that if you do things correctly, you could be fine doing finger specific training during your first year of climbing.

Read More
0
You must be logged in to comment!
Adam M. Asked a Question
General Climbing  ·  Jan 3
What tips can you give for dealing with slopers?
First asked   Jan 3,
1 person is following for answers.
Adam M. Asked a Question
General Climbing  ·  Jan 3
What is the most unique climbing gym you have been to?
First asked   Jan 3,
1 person is following for answers.
Adam M. Asked a Question
General Climbing  ·  Jan 3
How do you read routes and actually remember the beta?
First asked   Jan 3,
1 person is following for answers.
John Che Asked a Question
General Climbing  ·  Jan 1
Do all climbing gyms have showers in them?
First asked   Jan 1,
1 person is following for answers.
Answered a Question    Jan 1

It for sure can if you wear the wrong shoes! It would also likely be a combination of other things such as wearing climbing shoes that are too small and landing badly, which could be bad regardless of the shoes, but wearing shoes that are not good for you would most likely increase the risk of bad landings.

Even without combining shoes and other factors, wearing climbing shoes that are not right for you, such as shoes that are too small, can cause damage by itself if you wear them for too long and if they are really too small.

Being well educated about how well sized climbing shoes should feel, mindful of if you got it wrong, and disciplined enough to listen to your body should help prevent damage to your feet though.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
I kind of like the grading differences between climbing gyms. In some gyms a v4 could be as hard as a v6, and in some gyms a v8 can be as easy as a v6. It makes me sort of have to ignore the grades and just go for what ever route interests me and challenges me.
0
You must be logged in to comment!
RobinR Asked a Question
Bouldering  ·  Sep 25, 2023
How tall are bouldering walls usually?
First asked   Sep 25, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
RobinR Asked a Question
Health, Injuries, & Safety  ·  Sep 25, 2023
What are some ways to get rid of tendonitis in my elbiw?
First asked   Sep 25, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
Adam M. Asked a Question
Training  ·  Sep 25, 2023
what do you do to improve shoulder strength for bouldering?
First asked   Sep 25, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
Answered a Question    Sep 19, 2023

For me, after climbing for about a year, I noticed that my toes are more squished together, especially the tips of my toes. They have a sharper square shape rather than a round shape.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Sep 19, 2023

It sounds like either the shoes are not the right shape or fit, or there is a pressure point on your big toe. Or maybe you put too much weight on your big toe rather than spreading the weight across all of your toes?

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Adam M. Asked a Question
Training  ·  Sep 19, 2023
how often do you train your fingers?
First asked   Sep 19, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
Answered a Question    Sep 18, 2023

Usually yes, but it should really be more of an uncomfortable feeling rather than actual pain. If you are used to climbing shoes, it may be fine, if not, you get used to it pretty quickly, assuming you didnt size down too much.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
RobinR Asked a Question
General Climbing  ·  Sep 18, 2023
What do you call it when you heel hook and toe hook at the same time between 2 holds?
First asked   Sep 18, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
RobinR Asked a Question
Bouldering  ·  Sep 11, 2023
Are indoor boulder grades softer in the uS compared to other countries?
First asked   Sep 11, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
Bouldering  ·  Sep 9, 2023
I understand the concept of soft grades, but, when it gets to the point where the grades are so soft that a v5 is actually a v3, shouldn't they just give it a v3-v4 grade instead of just calling it a soft v5?

All of the boulders in my gym are actually around 2 grades below their given grade, I don't understand why they give them the higher grades and not the actual lower grades. Is there a reason for it?
0
You must be logged in to comment!
RobinR Asked a Question
Climbing Shoes  ·  Sep 7, 2023
Is there a climbing shoe with a wide toe box and small heel?
First asked   Sep 7, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
Answered a Question    Sep 6, 2023

I like training static and slow movements for climbing. I feel it translates the best to actual climbing.

I usually find a pull up bar and just do a lot of different grip width variations. Some narrow grip, some shoulder width, and some as wide as I can. All of them are done slowly and controlled, so I don't jerk myself up. I start from a complete dead hang position, slowly pull myself up, and even more slowly lower myself back down.

I also try to pull myself further up, so that I am in between a regular pull up and muscle up.

Training one arms is probably my favorite though, it also really requires very minimal gear, basically just a pull up bar.

Anything body weight and slow movement helps me, so pull ups, push ups, handstands, etc.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Sep 6, 2023

I put a vitamin E cream on my hands before I fall asleep. I feel it really helps after sessions that leave me with pulsating red fingertips with little to no skin. The one I use is from Jason, its a 25,000 IU cream, but there are also oils with 75,000 IU, I haven't tried that yet though.

Leaving the cream on overnight does help quite noticeably. It doesn't completely heal the skin after one night, but usually after a second night of doing this I can climb again the next day.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
RobinR Asked a Question
Bouldering  ·  Sep 5, 2023
Is it common to go alone to outdoor boulders and join other climbers in the US?
First asked   Sep 5, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
Answered a Question    Sep 4, 2023

As long as you feel that they are the right fit for you, then yes. I remember when I bought my first real pair of climbing shoes after my beginner shoes, I tried downsizing as everyone had told me I have to, but even the salesman asked me to not downsize because the it just didn't fit me properly. What ended up being a "performance" fit for me was actually my street shoe size. This is in spite of everyone telling me I have to downsize to the smallest size that I can stick my feet in, regardless of the pain. So as long as you don't listen to that advice and you get what ever you can climb in without terrible pain, or without any pain at all, it should be fine.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

Slightly, but not too much! Though, many climbers may say its just a matter of how comfortable you are with curled toes. If its not painful and it doesnt negatively impact performance, maybe its ok.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

Honestly, getting the right size and just wearing them will really get the job done.

If your shoes are just not the right size though, then it maybe either not get better, or it may be a very long process. Not being the right size also includes shoes that are too big, so keep that in mind.

One thing I like to do is to bend then around and scrunch them up before putting them on. I do this for about a minute and it really helps soften then up and makes them much less painful.

1
 Show 1 comment  
Adam M. Asked a Question
Bouldering  ·  Aug 29, 2023
What can be done about my body shaking while climbing even easy routes?
First asked   Aug 29, 2023,
1 person is following for answers.
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

There isnt a rule that says you need one, but, if you are going to use chalk then I would say yes, you do.

You could put your chalk in plastic containers like many new climbers do, but this is really not efficient, and its very easy for the chalk to spill and get knocked over.

1
 Show 1 comment  
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

Flexibility in my opinion is extremely underrated. I think being flexible can be one of the greatest tools in climbing.

I myself am not flexible at all, but my friends are, and the difference between how we climb is so noticeable. Moves that are so difficult for me are just easy to them.

You dont have to be flexible to climb, but, it would make a huge difference if you were.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

It can equal stronger climbing, but not necessarily better climbing.

The problem with being very strong is that you start to neglect technique, because if you can just power yourself to the next hold or through the move, why would you do it in a more technical way? Even if you try to be more technical, it can be very hard to get rid of the habit of powering through moves. This is something many climbers struggle with, including myself.

On the other hand, if you are a technical climber, but are weak in terms of physical strength, training your forearms can help quite a lot by balancing you out a little bit. So you would still have the technique that you have developed until now, and you would also just be physically stronger.

So I would say that it just depends on your current situation. Are you more technical, or are you more powerful?

Read More
1
 Show 1 comment  
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

This is a very general question. Is it for bouldering? Sport climbing?

There is too much missing information in the question to be able to actually answer it accurately, but, in any case, it would most likely depend on your experience, technique, strength, and how determined you are.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

I think its just a matter of preference. I personally order very cheap chalk blocks online and just break them up in my chalk bag.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

Not so much that it will spill out, and not so little that you have to scrape the sides for it.

I tend to have 1-2 broken down chalk blocks in my chalk bucket. But this also depends on the size of your chalk bag.

0
You must be logged in to comment!
Answered a Question    Aug 29, 2023

What really helped me get better at sit starts was climbing on a moon board, and either finding boulders that have sit starts, or building new boulders with sit starts.

I was pretty bad at sit starts since they are very compressed for me, something I am fairly weak at. But after climbing for about a month almost only on the moon board, I really saw the improvement, and it was very noticeable.

I still work quite often on the moon board, and I can really see the difference from before and after. I try to do the most disgusting sit starts possible on the moon board, and I can do all of the sit starts on the regular route setting walls.

The moon board in my gym is a 30 degree angle I believe. If you don't have a moon board, I think you can probably do the same on any other system board.

Read More
0
You must be logged in to comment!
                                    
                                                            
                                                                        
                                                             
                                                
            
                                                            
                                                            
                        
            
                                    
                                                            
                                                                        
                                                            spc
                                                
                                    
                                                            
                                                                        
                                                                        
                                                            
                                                                        
                                    
                        
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Profile image
                                    
            
Looks like there is missing information!
Something went wrong, a report has been sent to us to check what happened.
Looks like there was an issue