I'd be interested mostly in outdoor climbing, but will climb indoors during the winter.
2007-06-22 04:08:59 · 5 answers · asked by Simba 7 in Sports ➔ Outdoor Recreation ➔ Climbing
I do plan to climb with other experienced climbers.
2007-06-25 09:24:00 · update #1
Make sure you take a class on belaying and practice the knots.
Learn about the proper way to set anchors for your top rope.
Always think about redundancies. If (when) something breaks, there should always be a backup.
It's really scary being at the top setting your anchors knowing that if something goes wrong, no body is to blame except you.
2007-06-23 17:25:28 · answer #1 · answered by TealHaze 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you are new to the sport you should definitely seek out some guidance from professionals or at least some very experienced climbers. There is no way to learn to climb safely by reading books and watching videos. Spending some time at a climbing gym is a good start, but there is still a big difference when you go outside and are on your own to build anchors etc...
2007-06-25 08:39:51 · answer #2 · answered by jeff m 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Read lots.
Find an experienced partner and start leading/seconding asap, but top-roping is still fun, even for experienced climbers.
Use your legs!
Consider climbing ice in the winter.
Read lots.
2007-06-22 04:14:28 · answer #3 · answered by MetalMaster4x4 5 · 0⤊ 1⤋
look up for a rock gym in your area and they have training classes and from there you can try it out in the real deal
2007-06-23 08:44:33 · answer #4 · answered by wolfy1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Use your legs more than your arms. At first it will be hard, but it is much more efficient.
2007-06-22 08:33:06 · answer #5 · answered by Nelson_DeVon 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋