The Importance Of The Right Rock Climbing Equipment
Posted on February 25, 2008 - Filed Under Recreation and Sports | Leave a Comment
Your rock climbing equipment is the sport of rock climbing. Without it, you aren’t going to get too far or too high. There is a wide range of rock climbing equipment involved in the sport of rock climbing and you should be familiar with some of the gear you will need to use before you begin rock climbing.
Your climbing ropes are divided into two groups, dynamic ropes, and static ropes. Dynamic ropes have elasticity, and used as belay ropes. This reduces the force experienced on the rope as well as the climber should you loose your footing when you are climbing. A static rope is not elastic and is usually used for anchoring. You can also use it for rappelling because it makes it easier to descend without any give to the rope.
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