Adam M. @AdamM

First asked Sep 29, 2022,

Top Answer: Yes, it is possible to rock climb barefoot. Some climbers choose to climb barefoot for various reasons, such as better sensitivity and grip on certain types of rock surfaces. Climbing barefoot can provide a more direct connection with the rock, allow...

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Climbing Shoes · Sep 29, 2022

Should your toes be curled in climbing shoes?

First asked Sep 29, 2022,

Top Answer: Your toes should be slightly curled in climbing shoes. This gives you extra power and accuracy when standing on your toes on small edges. It also allows you to be more precise with your footwork by being able to stably place your foot on holds and in...

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Climbing Shoes · Feb 13, 2023

Do you need to wear socks with climbing shoes?

First asked Feb 13, 2023,

Top Answer: You don't need to wear socks with rock climbing shoes, most people don't, but many people do for different reasons. If you have blisters, wounds, or want to prevent blisters, a thin pair of socks can help quite a bit with that. If your ...

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Climbing Shoes · Feb 13, 2023

Should I brush my climbing shoes?

First asked Feb 13, 2023,

Top Answer: If you want to clean your climbing shoes by brushing them, make sure the brush won't damage your shoes. Using wire brushes or steel brushes could damage the fabric, rubber, and other materials used in the climbing shoes. For most situations, ...

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Climbing Shoes · Feb 13, 2023

Can you go climbing without climbing shoes?

First asked Feb 13, 2023,

Top Answer: While generally you can go climbing without climbing shoes, it is highly recommended to wear climbing shoes. Some indoor gyms also require the use of climbing shoes and forbid climbing in anything other than them....

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Bouldering · Aug 29, 2023

What can be done about my body shaking while climbing even easy routes?

What can i do when i lose skin from my finger tips after climbing?

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Health, Injuries, & Safety · Aug 31, 2023

Top Answer: 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 75,00...

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Climbing Shoes · Sep 29, 2022

Are climbing shoes supposed to hurt?

First asked Sep 29, 2022,

Top Answer: Climbing shoes are not meant to hurt, they are meant to be tight, which for some, do mean that they may hurt a little bit. How tight they should be, though, depends on the climber. Climbers need their climbing shoes to be tight so that they can ...

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General Climbing · Sep 29, 2022

Can you rock climb if you are overweight?

Top Answer: Yes, you can absolutely rock climb if you are overweight. Climbing is a sport that welcomes individuals of all shapes and sizes. While being overweight might present certain challenges, it doesn't mean you can't participate and enjoy the sp...

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Climbing Shoes · Sep 29, 2022

Do climbing shoes need to be broken in?

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