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Rock climbing is considered a high-risk sport due to its inherent nature and the potential dangers involved. The sport involves ascending steep rock faces or cliffs using a variety of techniques and equipment. While safety measures and equipment have greatly improved over the years, there are still inherent risks that climbers must be aware of and ... Read more  
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Adam M.
Jun 2, 2023
To help facilitate the healing process of a finger pulley injury, here are a few suggestions: 1. Rest: Give your injured finger time to rest and avoid any activities that may aggravate the injury. Minimizing strain and allowing adequate recovery time is crucial. 2. Ice: Applying ice to the injured area can help reduce swelling and inflammation.... Read more  
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15, 2024
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.
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PaulClimbs
Jun 15, 2024
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.
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Jun 15, 2024
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 V... Read more  
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Joshua
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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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Health, Injuries, & Safety  ·  May 27, 2024

how long should i wait to climb again if my pully started hurting during a session?

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Do you think hangboards are ok to train with within the first year, or should i listen to everyone and wait?
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Top Answer: 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,...
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Health, Injuries, & Safety  ·  May 27, 2024
what should i do with a hurt pully?
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Is it best to work on footwork while warming up or after the session?
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