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Joshua
Jul 29
I wouldn't. Downsizing isn't really meant to be a beginner thing, it's really not beginner friendly. The whole point of downsizing is to have better control and performance for the more difficult and advanced routes, beginners don't climb on advance routes that require high performance shoes or downsizing. I would hold off on downsizing and only... Read more  
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Joshua
Aug 3
I have taken a few breaks from climbing here and there, sometimes for a few months at a time, and each time my shoes felt more like plastic than I remembered. It's not to the point where it's a whole new break-in process, but, it usually takes about a session or two to get used to them again. It's really about getting my feet used to climbing shoes... Read more  
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Adam M.
Jul 31
As Joshua answered, you really dont need to downsize beginner shoes, because they are beginner shoes. Once you get past the beginner stage and get to the point where downsizing can actually contribute to your climbing, then its worth considering downsizing.
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Claire
Aug 1
I would add that it also depends on if it's indoor climbing or outdoor climbing. I don't climb indoors as much as I do outdoors, but usually when we go out we easily have full day sessions, leaving in the morning and getting back at night, sometimes the next morning even. I doubt I would be able to have such long sessions in an indoor gym though... Read more  
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Matt
Aug 5
Beginner here but I have been doing that for a few month, I don't know if it's ok or not though. I come from a weight lifting background, so to me it just comes natural to lift weight, it's the climbing part that is new for me, and in order to not be in the gym everyday I have been combining sessions. I haven't found what works best yet though as i... Read more  
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Joshua
Aug 3
I have washed my chalk bag a few times throughout the years, not that it was REALLY needed, but, I personally like to refresh my gear after sometime. Other gear I might buy new, but chalk bags I feel can just live on until they are really in bad shape and ruined, especially because they are not a matter of safety. When it comes to safety or perform... Read more  
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Are there any climbing shoes with a small heel cup but a wide toe box?

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Is there a climbing shoe with a wide toe box and small heel?
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General Climbing  ·  Sep 18, 2023
What do you call it when you heel hook and toe hook at the same time between 2 holds?
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General Climbing  ·  Sep 27, 2022
can you start climbing at any age?
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General Climbing  ·  Jan 5, 2024
Has any sport supplements or other supplements noticeably helped your climbing?
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Climbing Shoes  ·  Dec 26, 2022
Should your big toe hurt in climbing shoes?
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Is there a weight limit to rock climbing?
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Top Answer: There is no weight limit to climbing, everyone can climb regardless of their weight. Though, those that are overweight may have a higher risk of injury and should be aware of this and be extra careful. People who weigh more usually tend to have a ...
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Why are climbing shoes so small?
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Is there a reason to get chalk powder instead of chalk blocks?
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Top Answer: 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.
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is there a way to fix a velcro strap that has torn?
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