IN PRACTICE
Bouldering requires very little gear, at least much less than for climbing on cliffs or mountains.
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Note
IN PRACTICE
Climbing requires gear for cragging routes. Below is a list of some of the items you will require:
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IN PRACTICE
Climbing multi-pitch routes requires a wide range of gear. Below is a list of some of the items you will require:
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IN PRACTICE
Below is a (non-exhaustive) list of equipment necessary for mountaineering:
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How to choose
CRAMPONS
Crampons comprise:
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How to choose
The choice of your ice axe will mainly depend on the type of climbing you do.
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A carabiner is a climber’s best friend. It is used to belay, to attach the rope, to tie-in, to abseil, etc.
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A quickdraw (or runner) consists of 2 non-locking carabiners generally connected by a short, pre-sewn loop of webbing.
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It is the vital link between your body, the rope, the quickdraws, and finally the cliff.
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How to choose
From any point of view, this is the most important piece of gear.
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How to choose
Although helmets are not yet obligatory for rock climbs they are strongly recommended.
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How to choose
Selecting appropriate climbing shoes is one of the most difficult choices of climbing equipment you can make
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