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When it comes to Climbing, the gear you take with you can be the difference between life and death. Climbing is an exhilarating sport that finds many newcomers each year. But, before you get out on those routes, it is important that you are prepared for the worst-case scenario by having the right equipment. Our collection of climbing accessories has all you need to enjoy this sport safely and responsibly. We also carry a huge variety of Bouldering & Training Gear to get you in shape and improve your climbing skills.
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What Are Climbers Clips Called?
Climbers clips are usually called Carabiners, which are metal loops with spring-loaded gates that are used to connect ropes and other Climbing Gear. Carabiners are an important safety feature in climbing, as they allow climbers to securely attach themselves to the rock or mountain face and prevent falls. They are also heavily relied upon for carrying gear attached to Harnesses. They are essential for rock climbing, Mountaineering, ice climbing, and similar outdoor activities. Carabiners are found in a variety of shapes and sizes and are designed to be lightweight, strong, and easy to use. Some, like locking carabiners, take a little more practice to use but offer a more secure gate.
Some carabiners are designed for specific uses, while others are more general purpose. There are also carabiners that are not rated for climbing and are intended to attach different types of gear that aren’t load-bearing and won’t be needed for the climber’s safety.
What All Accessories Should a Climber Have to be Equipped With?
There are many different pieces of equipment that climbers may use, depending on the type of climbing they are doing and the level of difficulty of the route. Here are some of the most common pieces of equipment that climbers may use:
- Ropes are used for climbing, Belaying, and Rappelling. Climbing ropes come in different lengths, diameters, and materials, and are designed for different types of climbing. The two basic types are Dynamic Climbing Ropes and Static Climbing Ropes. They are carried using specialized Rope Bags.
- Carabiners are metal loops with spring-loaded gates that are used to connect ropes and other climbing gear.
- A climbing harness is a padded belt that is worn around the waist and legs and is used to secure the climber to the rope.
- Belay Devices are mechanical pieces of equipment that are used to control a rope during belaying.
- Quickdraws are short lengths of webbing with two carabiners attached at either end. They are used to clip the rope to protection points on the rock face.
- Climbing Shoes are specialized footwear that is designed for climbing. They have sticky rubber soles and a snug, precise fit to help the climber grip the rock. Men's Mountaineering Boots and Women's Mountaineering Boots are specifically for mountaineering, and are often combined with Crampons and Ice Axes for Alpine & Ice Climbing.
- Chalk Bags & Chalk will help absorb the moisture from your hands to keep you climbing with the sturdiest grip possible. Chalk is a powder that is used to dry the hands and improve grip on the rock.
- Climbing Helmets protect that precious noggin of yours and will keep you safe from any falling rocks or debris while outside.
- Slings are loops of webbing or rope that are used to create anchors or extend protection points. We carry a full line of Runners, Slings, & Webbing.
- Protection refers to the devices that are used to protect the climber from falls, such as nuts, Cams, and hexes.
This is just a basic list, and climbers may use other equipment depending on the type of climbing they are doing and the specific needs of the route. It's important for climbers to be familiar with all of their equipment and to use it correctly to ensure their safety while climbing.
What is the Name of the Equipment Used to Belay a Climber?
The equipment used to belay a climber is called a belay device, a mechanical piece of equipment that is used to control a rope during belaying, which is done by a climber’s partner who is on the ground or another secure spot below the climber. Belaying is controlling the rope so that it has a little slack as the climber ascends but not so much as to get tangled up. If the climber falls, the belayer stops the rope and arrests the fall to avoid injury. They create friction on the rope, allowing the belayer to easily hold the rope in place or let it out slowly as the climber ascends. Some common types of belay devices include tube-style devices, assisted-braking devices, and figure-eight devices. It is important for climbers to be familiar with the use of a belay device and to use it correctly to ensure the safety of both the climber and the belayer.
Via Ferrata is a unique style of climbing that takes out the need for rope due to a fixed steel cable running from the start of the route to the finish. Climbers use a Via Ferrata Kit to secure themselves to the cable, limiting the danger of any fall.
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