| Warning? | | | | definitely be time consuming, whether your doing |
| For those who are reading this and have never | | | | a multi=pitch or single pitch climb you need to |
| climber before then please understand that | | | | take into account weather, fitness, travelling, etc. |
| climbing is inherently dangerous and there are | | | | Rock climbing is best started with someone who |
| risks of injury and possible death, having said that | | | | is experienced and can teach you the techniques |
| it is the most satisfying and adrenaline filled sport | | | | and guide you when you need inspiration. The |
| pass-time/hobby I've ever done. | | | | leader will know how to place the protection for |
| I'm now going to give you some ideas and | | | | him/her self and for you the 'second' climber, |
| knowledge of the sport, there are different types | | | | they will lead the way and you should follow |
| of climbing including, sport climbing, traditional | | | | taking any instruction they may offer. |
| climbing, bouldering, aid climbing, ice climbing and | | | | Particular attention should be mentioned about the |
| many more when you delve in deeper! | | | | types of holds you may need to use, as a rule |
| Communication | | | | you should always have 3 points of contact ie. 2 |
| But what I wanted to do in this article is to try | | | | hands 1 foot or 2 feet 1 hand to maintain good |
| and give you a feel for the sport. There are | | | | balance and a sure grip. Also most of the work |
| many aspects to it and they all need practice and | | | | should be done with your legs around 75-80% and |
| a frequent basis, from climbing calls for | | | | your hands/arms will primarily be used for |
| communicating to each other and other climbers | | | | balance, grip and some pulling up. |
| and signals you can give each other by tugging on | | | | Equipment |
| the rope (this needs to be clarified prior to | | | | Rock climbing gear and equipment again is crucial |
| climbing what each signal will mean). | | | | to having a safe and enjoyable climb, a short list |
| Dedication! | | | | of climbing shoes, harness, helmet, rope, climbing |
| Another thing I should mention is the costs | | | | accessories such as chocks, belay device, |
| involved and the dedication as climbing can be | | | | karabinas and slings should be used to make up a |
| expensive if you buy all the gear but it will most | | | | basic 'kit' of climbing equipment. |