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Rock Climbing Gear
Rock climbing, compared to trekking and hiking, poses a different challenge. Rock climbing takes a literal meaning since you are facing a vertical spot. Depending on the trail, a little rock climbing is needed in some mountain climbing trips. Here are some of the equipment needed to conquer that ascent.carabiner - it is a metal loop with a sprung or screwed gate. It is used to connect and fasten. ... [Read More]
Mountain Climbing Gear
It is such fun to get lost, figuratively that is, in nature. One is away from the bustle of urban life, problems left at the foot of the mountain, while enjoying the sights from the peak. However, before traveling to the wild outdoors, be sure that everything necessary to be able to survive the journey should be in the checklist. Here are some of the most important stuff one needs to bring in a mo... [Read More]
How to Buy Climbing Shoes
Buying a pair of climbing shoes is quite a tough task. It's not easy to go wrong because comfort is always at toll. Expect nirvana to the person who would find the perfect climbing shoes for him because it translates to a comfortable climb in boulders and rocks, at least in the feet area. So what are the criteria in buying the most appropriate climbing shoes?The price of climbing shoes may not be ... [Read More]
How to Start Indoor Rock Climbing
Indoor Rock Climbing is an offshoot of outdoor rock climbing and has quickly become a sport of its own. Gyms have started offering climbing walls covered with plastic holds and have safety ropes strung from the top of the walls for the climbers protection. Climbing walls are usually 30-40 ft. tall and have climbs of different skill levels. Other wannabe rock climbers will look at the possibility o... [Read More]
Spelunking - How to Survive in a Cave
So you think you want to go spelunking. If you don't even know the meaning of the word then you had better join the local knitting club. If you are the adventurous type and a dark, dank and probably grubby cave doesn't bother you then spelunking or cave exploring is the sport for you. Before you go galloping off to the nearest hole in the ground here are a few tips to remember.Always bring a light... [Read More]
Hiking and Backpacking Equipment
Hiking used to be one of life's simple pleasures. There was a time when spending time on the great outdoors required nothing more than a sturdy stick and the ability to rough it out for a couple of nights.With new technological advances this previously uncomplicated sport has become bewilderingly complicated. For the amateur hiker it's simply not enough to just go out to the woods and enjoy nature... [Read More]