Climbing book essentials

I found this book and thought of you!!!! 50% off price if you buy through my blog.


I wanted you to have a book you could use that was cheap and easy to access, so i've added this for you.

I found it easy to read with some excellent information on climbing and rope work. This is one of the things I intend to bring to this blog, i'll keep searching for more stuff.

I also found this interesting article....thats all for now.

Why do you need a Padded Floor?

Rock Climbing? Bouldering? And what is the purpose and use of padded floor for these activities? I think you got that in your head... SAFETY! What else can it be? And this article act as a guide to build your own padded floor for whatever reasons other than climbing or bouldering.
Before we start
Note: The end products can be mixed and matched to offer the right amount of thickness and overall landing zone area to meet your custom needs.
Recommended: Portable Landing Zone Mats (sometimes called crash pads or bouldering mats) are constructed with durable 18 oz. heavy coated vinyl. Breather fabric is located around three sides. Zippers make foam replacement a snap, while handles allow for easy handling.
A top layer of 1 3/8" cross-linked polyethylene is bonded to a layer of high impact foam for a total thickness of either 4” or 6”. The polyethylene provides a firm landing surface while the high impact foam bottom layer provides cushioned support.
Portable landing zone mats can be custom designed to your specifications for width, length, and total thickness. While a non-folding configuration is standard, it can also be made them in a folding mat style upon request.
Raw Foam Products
1. Polyurethane Foam (various sizes and thickness)
2. Bonded Foam (various sizes and thickness)
3. Polyethylene (rolls of 6’ x 42’ x --1.4” or 2” thick)
4.Proethylene Foam (sheets 4' x 6' -- 2" or 4" thick)
5. Proethylene Foam (sheets 4' x 8' -- 3" or 6" thick)T
he end product combines 18 ounce low pile plush carpet laminated to cross-linked polyethylene foam. This would be an ideal top layer for your custom permanent floor. Example will be Pro X Flooring comes in rolls that are 6’ x 42’ with three different thicknesses to choose from.
More information about bouldering padded floor can be found http://www.promats.com/product_climbing.html
Learn, Share and Climb http://bouldering-guide.blogspot.com/
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David's quick intro!

Warning?
For those who are reading this and have never climber before then please understand that climbing is inherently dangerous and there are risks of injury and possible death, having said that it is the most satisfying and adrenilin filled sport/pass-time/hobby i've ever done.I'm now going to give you some ideas and knowledge of the sport, there are different types of climbing including, sport climbing, traditional climbing, bouldering, aid climbing, ice climbing and many more when you delve in deeper!

Communication
But what I wanted to do in this article is to try and give you a feel for the sport. There are many aspects to it and they all need practice and a frequent basis, from climbing calls for communicating to each other and other climbers and signals you can give each other by tugging on the rope (this needs to be clarified prior to climbing what each signal will mean).

Dedication!
Another thing I should mention is the costs involved and the dedication as climbing can be expensive if you buy all the gear but it will most definately be time consuming, whether your doing a multi=pitch or single pitch climb you need to take into account weather, fitness, travelling, etc.Rock climbing is best started with someone who is expirienced and can teach you the techniques and guide you when you need inspiration.

The leader will know how to place the protection for him/her self and for you the 'second' climber, they will lead the way and you should follow taking any instruction they may offer.Particular attention should be mentioned about the types of holds you may need to use, as a rule you should always have 3 points of contact ie. 2 hands 1 foot or 2 feet 1 hand to maintain good balance and a sure grip. Also most of the work should be done with your legs around 75-80% and your hands/arms will primarily be used for balance, grip and some pulling up.

Equipment
Rock climbing gear and equipment again is crutial to having a safe and enjoyable climb, a short list of climbing shoes, harness, helmet, rope, climbing accessories such as chocks, belay device, karabinas and slings should be used to make up a basic 'kit' of climbing equipment.

Some more tips

Basic Rock Climbing Gear
By James Hunt
We’ve all seen rock climbers on television or in the movies. Climbing rocks and cliffs take skill and endurance. In case you were thinking about taking up rock climbing, a listing of the necessary equipment is outlined below.
Shoes: You can’t wear your everyday hiking boots to climb a rock. Your shoe should be stiff and fit like a glove. Snug but not too tight. Because comfort is a concern, it’s best not to mail order shoes for rock climbing, you’ll definitely want to try them on first.
Harness: A harness is worn for safety and attaches to a rope so you won’t fall off the rock. Your sales associate will help you find a harness that fits properly, but you’ll want to be sure the harness fits comfortably around your thighs and waist.
Carbiners: These are actually hooks. You’ll use these to attach different items to your harness.
Helmet: This very important piece of rock climbing equipment will protect your head from falling debris. It will also guard you against bumps and bruises if you should happen to bang against a wall. This may in fact, be the most important piece of rock climbing equipment you own. Make sure you try on your helmet prior to purchasing and that it fits comfortably.
Chalk: Rubbed on your hands, chalk will help you grip rocks. Comes in powdered or ball form.
Chalk Bag: Holds chalk and attaches to your harness.
Rope: Rope should be 10 or 11 millimeters in diameter and 50 to 60 meters long and should be able to stretch a bit under tension to protect a climber in the event of a fall.
Belay Device: This is used to hold a climber’s rope. It helps the belayer protect the climber.
If you’re interested in rock climbing but don’t know where to start, be sure to do your research. Not only are there plenty of books available, but there are articles all over the internet. It’s strongly urged that you take lessons with an experienced instructor. If you’re unsure of the proper equipment, your instructor or experienced sales person can help you with this. It’s better to pay extra money to ensure safety than get seriously injured or worse because you don’t know what you’re doing.
James Hunt has spent 15 years as a professional writer and researcher covering stories that cover a whole spectrum of interest.
Read more at http://www.rock-climbing-guide.info.
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Basics

Rock Climbing Basics
By Kevin Daste

Rock climbing is an exhilarating sport and one that is growing in popularity. Today, people of all ages are taking up this fun but physically demanding activity. Many aspects of rock climbing appeal to those partaking in this sport, but one thing which stands out most is that this is an activity that can be done both indoors and out.
Man-made rock climbing walls are perfect for training and for when the weather conditions outside are less than desirable. Indoor rock climbing walls are a great way to learn the various rock climbing techniques while being under the careful watch of more experienced rock climbing professionals. Because they’re made to resemble the characteristics you’d find in a natural rock environment, many rock climbers never even venture outdoors. But for those who do, the outdoors experience is truly unique and awe-inspiring.
Countless rock climbing opportunities await those who do venture outdoors. Not all rocks though are optimum for the rock climber. First in importance is whether the rock face can be traversed horizontally or vertically. Equally important is that the rocks chosen for rock climbing must be solid rocks and they must be stable. Also look for locations where the weather is predictable, and where trails already exist.
Although this is a relatively safe activity if undertaken using the proper rock climbing equipment, rock climbing can be a dangerous sport, especially for those who venture far off the ground and away from more densely populated areas. It’s one thing to want to climb in an uncrowded area, but should an emergency situation develop, being close to others could mean the difference between getting timely help and not getting the help the injured party needs to survive.
Many people mistakenly believe that the majority of rock climbing injuries result from falling. This belief might simply result from the fact that rock climbers who fall get more attention from local authorities, rescue squads and even the media. However, most rock climbing injuries occur to the hands, tendons, elbows and shoulders and are caused by straining and overuse. Although these types of injuries are not preventable, their occurrence can be reduced by taking time to properly warm up and stretch out these body parts. Using the right rock climbing equipment for the journey ahead is also advisable.
Rock climbing shoes are a must and help ensure a proper grip on the sometimes slippery surfaces. Helmets, which unfortunately aren’t worn by many climbers, are a good way to prevent serious head injury. A rock climbing harness that is in excellent condition with no frayed or worn out parts, climbing ropes, webbing, karabiners and belay devices are other essential pieces of rock climbing gear.
Keep the above rock climbing basics in mind before venturing out on your next rock climbing adventure and you’ll hopefully keep rock climbing accidents to a minimum.
Online Rock Climbing Resource
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