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Topic: Climbing equipment

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	An introduction to climbing equipment
		Climbing ropes typically consist of a core of long twisted fibres and an outer sheath of woven coloured fibres.
		For climbing a fixed rope attached to snow anchors on a steep slope, only one jumar is used as the other hand is used for holding the ice axe.
		To increase the grip of the foot on a climbing wall or rock face due to friction, the shoe is covered with a vulcanized rubber layer.
	mccammon.ucsd.edu /~adcock/climbing_equipment.html (1837 words)

	Climbing equipment - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		A wide range of equipment is used during Rock climbing.
		The article on protecting a climb describes equipment commonly used to protect a climber against the consequences of a fall.
		For recreational climbing, almost all carabiners are made from aluminum alloy.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Climbing_equipment (3007 words)

	Climbing - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		Rock climbing, the scaling of steep rocky surfaces, is perhaps the most familiar sort of climbing; other types of climbing include ice climbing, tree climbing, buildering (climbing on the outside of buildings), rope climbing, and pole climbing.
		The climbing team begans at the bottom of a climb and ascends to the top, with the leader placing protective devices as he or she climbs - an approach emphasising the exploratory aspect of the sport and requiring a certain amount of boldness.
		Trad climbing is considered by many to be the cleanest style, as the climber to follow the leader, called the cleaner, removes the protective devices and leaves but marginal traces if any at all of their passage.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Climbing (1200 words)

	Equipment
		The most useful piece of climbing equipment is a pair of climbing shoes.
		A modern climbing rope, a key piece of safety equipment, is of kernmantle construction, consisting of continuous braided nylon fibers, the kern, surrounded by a continuous braided nylon outer sheath, the mantle.
		Climbing ropes are usually ten to eleven millimeters in diameter and fifty meters (about 165 feet) long.
	alumnus.caltech.edu /~sedwards/climbing/equipment.html (1502 words)

	Intro to Rock Climbing Equipment
		Climbing shoes are fitted very tightly around the foot, with a sticky rubber sole that provides the friction you need for climbing.
		Climbing equipment can be expensive, but don't let that throw you.
		Equipment dropped by a leader is one of the common pitfalls encountered while climbing.
	www.myoan.net /climbart/introequip.html (1058 words)

	eBay Guides - Climbing Buying Guide
		Climbing apparel: Climbing apparel options run the gamut from shorts with pockets designed specially for climbing gear to an array of shirts, pants, gloves, and sunglasses.
		Climbing footwear: Climbing shoes from companies such as Scarpa, Five Ten, and La Sportiva are a must for any type of climbing.
		Climbing shoes and climbing slippers do more than protect your feet—they also serve as a valuable climbing aid, allowing you to better secure your feet on a rock’s surface and ensure maximum precision and sensitivity.
	pages.ebay.com /buy/guides/climbing-buying-guide (1611 words)

	Equipment Used For Rock Climbing - What You'll Need For a Great Climb
		Rock climbing is a thrill for many men and women who enjoy the challenge of such an intense outdoor and indoor sport activity.
		The other end of the rope is attached to a climbing partner and while one climbs up, the other partner feeds out the rope as is needed through a belay device.
		Sport climbing uses the same rope technique as traditional climbing but there is a bit of a difference in the sports equipment that is used.
	www.equipmentforrockclimbing.com (511 words)

	Mountain Climbing at Mount Rainier (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Climbing fees help recover costs for protecting the mountain's delicate and unique alpine environment, staffing the mountain's high camps and ranger stations with climbing rangers, managing upper mountain human waste and providing rangers who can rapidly respond to incidents on the mountain.
		This fee is in addition to the climbing permit fee and does not guarantee a spot in the public shelter at Camp Muir.
		Winter conditions generally exist from mid-September to mid-May. All parties attempting a winter ascent should be experienced in winter mountaineering, avalanche forecasting and rescue, and be familiar with the intended routes of ascent and descent.
	www.nps.gov /mora/climb/climb.htm (1283 words)

	Rock Climbing! Beginner, Rappelling and Bouldering Courses
		This course is designed to expose students to the sport of bouldering, while teaching a variety of climbing techniques, mental and physical preparedness, proper spotting and other areas of climbing safety.
		However, they often lack the breadth of experience that builds a foundation to deal with outdoor climbing environments such as the variety of natural rock climbing surfaces, heights (most climbing walls do not exceed 20 to 40 feet in height), natural anchor set-ups, wildlife and weather.
		The owners and staff of the Arizona Climbing and Adventure School do not recommend that anyone participate in these activities unless they seek qualified professional instruction and/or guidance, are knowledgeable about the risks involved, and are willing to personally assume all responsibility associated with those risks.
	www.climbingschool.com /Beginner.html (1429 words)

	HOBBIES : Activities : Rock-Climbing Equipment : DIY Network
		There is some equipment that is specific to one particular style of climbing or another, and some that is geared toward experienced climbers, but there are a few items that nearly all climbers need.
		Dynamic ropes are used for climbing situations and not for rappelling.
		Most climbing helmets are lightweight, ventilated and equipped with interior pads (figure H) that are adjusted by the use of exterior knobs allowing the fit of the helmet to be customized for individual climbers.
	www.diynetwork.com /diy/os_activities/article/0,2033,DIY_14149_2273692,00.html (804 words)

	Techniques
		The climb may be no longer than half the length of the rope; when the climber starts, the rope must cross the full length of the climb twice.
		In lead climbing, two people, a leader and a follower, ascend the climb in pitches: sections of the climb shorter than the length of the rope.
		Most multi-pitch lead climbs do not have a way to walk down from every belay station, but there is often a way to walk down from the top.
	alumnus.caltech.edu /~sedwards/climbing/techniques.html (1223 words)

	Rock Climbing Equipment
		There are a large range of equipment used during rock climbing, with each having its' own purpose.
		This is because climbing ropes consists of a core of long twisted fibres that can take the most tension and the outer layer of woven colored fibres which protect the core and give the rope the desire handling characteristics.
		The helmet is also refer to a "brain bucket" is often disregarded when it comes to climbing, but it is one of the most important piece of item that can protect the climbers from serious injures or death in the event of a fall.
	www.justclimb.com /rock-climbing/rock_climbing_equipment.html (534 words)

	Climbing Equipment return policy and warning
		When using climbing gear you accept full responsibility for your safety as well as the safety of others around you.
		You are personally responsible for learning the proper techniques and good judgment necessary for proper use of all climbing gear.
		Inspect all equipment before each use and destroy any gear that is damaged, worn, or does not pass thorough and frequent inspection.
	www.backcountrygear.com /catalog/climbreturns.cfm (128 words)

	How to Buy Rock-Climbing Equipment - eHow.com
		Various rope systems are in use today, but for the majority of climbing needs, a single rope, 10 or 11 mm in diameter and 50 to 60 m long, will do.
		Webbing is a strong, flat, ribbonlike material with numerous climbing applications used to secure a climber or carabiner to the rock.
		An introductory climbing set does not require pitons, but it may be fun to own one for practice or as a paperweight.
	www.ehow.com /how_111934_buy-rock-climbing.html (657 words)

	Recreation.gov (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Rock climbing, rappelling, ice climbing, and mountaineering are technical and unique ways to experience America’s public land.
		Make sure that you are using the correct type of climbing equipment permitted in that area.
		Don't climb or rappel in areas where it is not permitted.
	www.recreation.gov /climbing.cfm?myActivity=Climbing (239 words)

	Rock Climbing Equipment Information, Adventure Sports Online
		In the early days of climbing, a rope around the waist with a secure knot was good enough.
		Many climbs can be done in hiking or approach shoes, but specialized rock shoes make the job easier and more fun.
		As implied by the name, a dynamic rope stretches, lessening impact on both the climber and her equipment.
	www.adventuresportsonline.com /equipment.htm (1053 words)

	Welcome to Anker Climbing Equipment (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		The beds and flys for the ACE ledges were sewn in Montana by Wookey Packs, the corners milled at Tom's shop and the tubing sourced out of Spokane, Washington.
		As BD had ceased production of the Sky Lounge series of ledges they were well keen on having a ledge to compliment their comprehensive line of wall climbing gear.
		Climbing gear is one area where low cost might not be the best measure to base your purchasing decision on.
	ankerclimbingequipment.com (683 words)

	Black Diamond Equipment, Ltd. - Product
		Black Diamond climbing ropes are manufactured for any need: dry ropes, dynamic ropes, static ropes (for hauling only), as well as webbing and cord.
		Our packs come suited for climbing and skiing, whether you're climbing the big stone or humping gear to the base of the big stone.
		Our line of apparel includes climbing specific pants and shorts, killer t-shirts, everything you'd need for a day at the crag.
	www.blackdiamondequipment.com (449 words)

	Inglesport - Climbing Equipment (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Owner Alan Steele's passion is climbing, and this is reflected not only in the wide choice of gear available in the shop, but also in the renowned Ingleton climbing wall which is owned and operated by Inglesport.
		A regular on the Yorkshire climbing scene, Alan has a number of new route credits as well as thousands of hours on limestone, gritstone and Lakes, Welsh and Scottish classics.
		The climbing wall was first opened in 1992 and has been steadily developed ever since to provide one of the finest indoor climbing venues in the north.
	www.inglesport.co.uk /climbing.html (219 words)

	Climbing Mt Shasta, Mount Shasta Climbers Guide
		Many of these routes were first climbed in the late 1800s, but it wasn't until more than 100 years later in 1989 that a local mountain guide, Michael Zanger, director of Shasta Mountain Guides, assigned numbers to the routes.
		This route is also called the main route and it's considered non-technical, which means you won't need ropes or belay devices; however, an ice axe and crampons are a must for climbing this route, even during the late summer when most of the snow is gone.
		Maybe set you goal to climb to the route's base camp which will give you time to learn the route, understand the mountain, and basically give yourself the true test to see if you are capable of climbing.
	www.climbingmtshasta.org /climbing-routes.htm (1492 words)

	About US - Outdoor School
		Rock climbing has been revolutionised with the advent of artificial climbing walls in Europe and America.
		The Outdoor School is the pioneer and the only successful climbing wall company in the Sub-continent.
		We have built forty artificial climbing walls in the past seven years for various units of the Army and paramilitary forces, Indian Mountaineering Foundation, West Bengal Mountaineering and Adventure Foundation, National Adventure foundation - mountaineering institutes in Darjeeling, Uttarkashi, Manali and educational institutions all over the country.
	www.climbingwallsindia.com (353 words)

	Climbing, climbing equipment, climbing gear - Scottsdale, Georgia - Home
		At The Climbing Store, we carry a wide selection of climbing equipment and gear to keep you in action.
		In April, we are going to climb Mt. Whitney and in June we are organizing a trip to Mt. Rainier.
		From beginners to advanced level climbers, we want to be your primary resource for climbing equipment and gear.
	www.theclimbingstore.net (259 words)

	Climbing Equipment
		In 1863 the cord and lace company Edelmann and Ridder was founded by Julius Edelmann and Carl Ridder in Isny in the Allgäu region of southern Germany.
		EDELRID was making ropes for mountaineering but made its mark in the climbing world with the development of the Kernmantel rope, a revolutionary breakthrough in climbing safety in the early 1950s.
		Edelrid helmets are made in Germany and it is their belief that function and safety of the helmet must come before any cosmetic considerations.
	www.sailgb.com /c/climbing_equipment (292 words)

	timeoutdoors \| climbing experts
		Andy Kirkpatrick is recognized as a world authority on equipment and technique, a knowledge built up on some of the hardest big walls and faces in the world.
		Alison Macfarlane is physio for the British climbing team and a member of the BMC High Performance Committee.
		A key member of the British Climbing team he is the only Brit to have climbed 9a twice.
	climbing.timeoutdoors.com /experts (645 words)

	Vermont Rock and Ice Climbing, Caving and Mountaineering
		Any person reading this climbing page is personally responsible for obtaining expert instruction in climbing and for learning the proper techniques involved, and assumes all risks and accepts complete responsibility for any and all damages and injuries of any kind.
		Students learn to climb and belay (protect each other with the rope) as well as to move smoothly and with minimal effort on the rock.
		Our progression, from novice clinic to climbing days to intermediate clinic, is designed to help students learn to climb competently on their own.
	www.voga.org /climbing.htm (1356 words)

	M&M Mountain Climbing Equipment - M&M Mountain Climbing
		We at MandM Mountain Climbing are interested in bringing you the best in climbing equipment.
		Climbing is a sport that is of interest and fun for all.
		Today climbing can be broken down into three related sports: alpine climbing, ice climbing, and rock climbing.
	www.mmclimbingequipment.com /index.html (113 words)

	Tree Climbing Equipment
		Tree climbing has allowed us to take that love to new heights, and we are happy to offer you these tree climbing tools and toys that can help you do the same.
		Sophia made her first technical tree climb at age 39, and found a wealth of spirit in the crown of a tree.
		To her, the joy and fun of tree climbing builds a bridge of connection between people and trees that benefits them both.
	www.newtribe.com (947 words)

	Rock Climbing Equipment and Techniques (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-08)
		Detailed knowledge of safety equipment is crucial for safe climbing, however, and requires an attention to detail absent in many other sports.
		In the other technique, lead climbing, the climber attaches the rope to the rock at points along the climb.
		Finding a place to climb is easily done with one of the many available guidebooks.
	alumnus.caltech.edu /~sedwards/climbing (273 words)

	ClimbingClub Home - Rock climbing guides, Climbing equipment shop, UK climbing clubs, Mountaineering clubs
		Climbing in Croatia ranges everything from multi-pitch traditional routes, to sports climbing on glorious limestone.
		Climbing areas along the coast include the northern peninsula of Istria, around split and Paklenica near Zadar.
		Climbing in Sardinia has always been popular especially sports climbing around Cala Gonone.
	www.climbingclub.co.uk (229 words)

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