Monthly Archives: September 2009

Climbing Recovery

Often when climbing we get pumped, which is our skeletal muscle becoming saturated with Lacatic acid and other ions that bring about fatigue and eventually failure. This is most likely to occur when we are climbing at our absolute limit, … Continue reading

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Starting Out – No.5 – Making the transistion Outdoors

In the previous articles we looked at equipment, risk and protection. This time we look at turning those placements into belays, as well as the fundemental principles that are associated with belays. As well as looking after yourself, crag and … Continue reading

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Beginner’s Traditional Climbing Rack

A rather advance rack, with virtually every cam size available, great if you about to embark on a long adventurous route somewhere, but not necessarily ideal for a beginner! I am often asked what equipment a beginner would need to … Continue reading

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Moving Outside for the Indoor Climber

Whilst many climber now days are happy climbing predominantly indoors, the desire to climb outside on ‘real’ rock is a something that should never be over looked. Making the transition can be a bit of a rocky road, however done … Continue reading

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