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Sport Climbing · Sep 27, 2022

What helped you overcome your fear of heights the most for climbing?

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Top Answer: For me, the most effective way to overcome the fear of heights in climbing was gradual exposure and repeated practice. I started by climbing at lower heights and gradually worked my way up to higher routes as my comfort level increased. By gradually ...

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Sport Climbing · Sep 27, 2022

what's the difference between sports climbing and lead climbing?

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Top Answer: Sports climbing refers to a style of climbing where climbers ascend routes with pre-placed protection in the form of bolts. The climber clips their quickdraws or carabiners onto these bolts as they progress, providing protection against falls. It is ...

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Sport Climbing · Oct 1, 2022

How do rock climbers get their rope up?

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Top Answer: When rock climbers need to get their rope up a route, they typically use a technique called "lead climbing." Here's a brief overview of the process: 1. Preparing the Gear: The climber carries a climbing rope, quickdraws (sets of...

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Sport Climbing · Oct 1, 2022

How strong is a climbing bolt?

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Top Answer: A climbing bolt is a robust and reliable piece of equipment used in rock climbing. It is designed to provide anchoring and support for climbers. The strength of a climbing bolt can vary depending on its type and specific characteristics. Generally, c...

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Sport Climbing · Nov 11, 2022

Is lead climbing harder than top rope?

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Top Answer: Neither are necessarily harder than the other, It depends on the grade of the route you are climbing and your skills as a climber. You could climb a 5A top rope route that would be equally easy as a 5A lead route. You could also climb an 8A top rope ...

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Sport Climbing · Oct 1, 2022

Why is it called a belay?

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Top Answer: Belay means to secure a rope around an object such as a pin, rock, cleat, or a belaying device. When you are belaying someone, you are securing the rope in a belay device such as a Grigri....

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