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John Che
Nov 11, 2022
Do you need a chalk bag for bouldering?
While a chalk bag is not a requirement for bouldering or climbing in general, it is highly recommended to use chalk as it can be the difference between sending a route and falling. Chalk, when used, is preferably kept in a chalk bag or a chalk bucket, which is similar to a chalk bag, just larger and usually with more pockets for brushes and other i...
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Adam M.
Apr 27, 2023
I purchased climbing gear in 2020, used frequently the first few years and left in storage. It may have been exposed to solvents. Retire? Or not?
It depends on the climbing gear for me. Shoes - I would just wear them, see how they feel, fit, and perform. Climbing rope - I would personally not test my luck with this. Maybe others would disagree, but I don't know if I could feel safe on a rope with those conditions. I am sure there are ways to check and test the rope though, but it may be ...
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Adam M.
Oct 23, 2022
Why do climbers wear jeans?
The jeans rock climbers wear are not ordinary jeans. They have specific qualities that make them comfortable while climbing, such as being more stretchy and breathable than normal jeans These jeans are typically very comfortable, and are thick enough to also help prevent those small but annoying skin scrapping injuries. Some climbers also pre...
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