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Q&A Dropping gear: Where did the hairline/micro fracture urban legend come from?

In an answer given to this question: Micro-Fractures in Climbing Equipments, it's stated that dropping gear causing micro fractures is a persistent myth, quoting Black Diamond's statement: Q. I...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by ShemSeger‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A When sailing, how do I rescue a man overboard?

If someone falls overboard from a sailboat, it is firstly imperative not to lose sight of the person since finding a man in water, especially when there's waves, can be very difficult. What techn...

5 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

Question safety sailing
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Q&A Is it safe to cook food during a hike (on trail) when bears are possibly around?

I'm going to the Rockies (trails in Jasper and Banff). Would it be safe for me to cook food while on the trail? Won't bears be attracted towards the smell of the food?

3 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by shorea2‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A What are some of the winter hiking trails rated difficult in Colorado's Rocky Mountain National Park that don't require technical climbing?

Headed to Denver,CO (mid-february) for a couple of weeks and looking to shed some fat through a weekend trip to Rocky Mountain National Park. I am looking for a hike with an elevation gain of 4000-...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by user1266515‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A How safe is a chest harness when used without a sit harness?

How safe is it to use a chest harness without a sit harness? I ask this question because of an experience I had while on holiday. A couple of years ago I was in China and hiked/climbed HuaShan (se...

3 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by S. Catterall Reinstate Monica‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

Question climbing safety
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Q&A Anchor without cordelette?

I have the John Long book on climbing anchors and also a couple of others that describe the subject more briefly (Pesterfield, Traditional Lead Climbing, and Freedom of the Hills). When it comes to...

4 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by Ben Crowell‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Why should I carry a snow anchor?

I regularly see online that on expeditions snow anchors are strapped to the side of the backpacks. This is typically an item like the upper on following pic: I never saw this in the Alps by myse...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Wills‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

Question gear winter snow safety
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Q&A Is this anchor set up right?

I was just looking at an article about an expedition on Eiger. I came across this picture. Is this setup right? For more info on the expedition: http://www.markseaton.com/stories/eiger.htm Ku...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by WedaPashi‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Why are unequalised anchors acceptable for fixed-point belay systems used while ice climbing?

The Association of Canadian Mountain Guides demonstrate Fixed-Point belay systems in this video. Fixed-point belay systems as demonstrated make no effort to equalise the loading on the two anchor...

1 answer  ·  posted 10y ago by simont‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Why are these acceptable and safe anchors?

Everyone knows redundancy is chief when building climbing anchors. However, I have seen several types of anchors that don't appear to be fully redundant due to a single ring providing the master po...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by Chris Mendez‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Extending a two bolt anchor with one sling?

I took some kids out climbing last night at a small crag popular for top roping, but I wasn't too impressed with their choice of anchor placements, or lack of additional hardware considering their ...

5 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by ShemSeger‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Can pregnant women parasail?

My wife and I, are going to a a location full of beaches. My wife is 4 months pregnant and she wants to do a para-sailing session. They take off from the beach, fly over the sea for 5 minutes and...

2 answers  ·  posted 10y ago by arahant‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

Question safety beach
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Q&A How fast can a snakebite kill?

I have been looking around and I see some claims of 15 to 30 minutes. Googling 'snake bite fastest time to death' brings back many different answers. In one place I see Black Mamba with 30 minute...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by James Jenkins‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Games for kids in the great outdoors

I visited the woods with my nieces a few weeks ago. They enjoyed the nature pretty much of course and were happily hiking until we decided to take a break. We (the adults) began to fall in this com...

2 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by OddDeer‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

Question safety children
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Q&A Games for kids in the great outdoors

I visited the woods with my nieces a few weeks ago. They enjoyed the nature pretty much of course and were happily hiking until we decided to take a break. We (the adults) began to fall in this com...

0 answers  ·  posted 7y ago by OddDeer‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

Question safety children
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Q&A Recommendations for anchoring long rope swings

Some questions about rope swings similar in size to the the corona arch swing which has an accompanying setup video. Assuming you can avoid rope abrasion, do swings like this damage climbing rope...

1 answer  ·  posted 7y ago by Kenn‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

Question knots ropes safety
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Q&A Lapland UKK hike in late-May

My dad and I are planning to hike the Lapland UKK from Aittajarvi to Kiilopää in late-May (22-30).We are planning to drive from Helsinki to Saariselkä, about 12 hours drive. Is it possible to dri...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by TomCo‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A What is the correct way to attach a rope to a harness with carabiners?

So you know how when you're belaying you clip in to the belaying loop, and when your climbing you tie in to the two loops the belay loop is stiched through... When you're climbing, what part would ...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Tyson‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

Question climbing ropes safety
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Q&A How to detect a crevasse on a glacier

When you're walking in a roped party over a glacier, how can the leader detect crevasses? Sometimes it's possible to walk existing tracks, but even then it's possible to have a crevasse fall. W...

4 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by ibex‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Why is it unsafe to handle metallic equipment with bare hand at higher altitude?

I have seen a few documentaries where the high altitude mountaineers constantly keep the hand-gloves ON. Is it really because handling the metallic equipment with bare hands can cause a Frostbite? ...

4 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by WedaPashi‭  ·  last activity 7y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is it safe to use a motorcycle helmet instead of a skiing helmet for skiing?

I have a perfectly good motorcycle helmet (one that encompasses the whole head, including the chin) that I never use (I bought it for lessons, but never bought a motorcycle). However, I do not have...

2 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by bitmask‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question safety skiing helmets
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Q&A Swimming while in the high seas

When sailing, can the passengers of the yacht safely go swimming while in the open seas? That is, when some miles away from the coast-line.

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Pierre B‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question sea safety sailing
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Q&A What information to leave with your emergency contact?

Coming up with emergency information for a recent trip got me thinking: What information should you leave with your emergency contact? I imagine the answer depends on the length of the trip, remot...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Felix‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Safest months to hike in Colorado

I've read that the summer months (June, July, and August) are the safest months to hike in Colorado because these are the least-likely times to run into ice patches that can't be crossed with norma...

2 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by dvanaria‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question hiking safety
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Q&A Is there a functional safety difference in types of helmets

From a pure safety standpoint is there a functional difference between a climbing helmet, cycling helmet, etc? Is a cycling helmet actually the safest solution for a cyclist, or would the greater ...

2 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Stereotypical‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question safety helmets
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Q&A Foam vs hardshell climbing helmets?

What are the advantages/disadvantages of climbing helmet design (foam or hardshell)? Foam Hardshell PS: I do not intend to compare them by how much they cost.

2 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by System‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Safety precautions for a spotter for his/her own safety

What are the measures to take to ensure the safety of the person who is spotting a climber?

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by WedaPashi‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question safety bouldering
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Q&A How dangerous is it to climb a via ferrata alone?

What are the risks of climbing a via ferrata alone? Would going through very easy via ferratas still pose high risks? Are well visited and easy climbing via ferratas necessarily a great danger? I...

4 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Pierre B‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A How do I inspect a climbing rope?

It is imperative that climbing ropes are in excellent shape so they don't split while someone is climbing. How do I properly inspect the rope when I'm about to start a climb?

4 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Reverend Gonzo‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Monkeys and Rock Climbing

Monkeys are funny, as well as dangerous. I have already asked a question about how one should go about camping where there are monkeys around: Camping and Monkeys. The best advice would be to avo...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by WedaPashi‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A What do life jacket ratings mean (Type I, Type II, etc)?

Looking at flotation devices (life jackets) they are rated Type I, Type II, etc. What do these rankings mean and what type should I by?

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Russell Steen‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question safety boats
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Q&A What causes these shallow indentations in cheek of axe head?

On a new Hults Bruk's Kisa axe, the cheek isn't entirely smooth and has shallow indentations in it. The blade is nice and sharp, whole thing feels sturdy. Where do these indentations in the cheek ...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by cr0‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question gear safety
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Q&A Venomous/Semi-Venoumous Snakes at Higher Altitudes

When we camp in rainforests or even country side forest, we are supposed to be very careful about Reptiles, especially Snakes. In India out of the many venomous snakes, I have found Pit Vipers to b...

1 answer  ·  posted 10y ago by WedaPashi‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A How can you tell if a rocky outcropping (lookout) is safe?

We've all been on hikes that pass close by a good lookout. A rock or ledge sticking out with a good view. Sometimes these are heavily maintained by park rangers, but often not. If I'm on a tra...

1 answer  ·  posted 11y ago by Russell Steen‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question hiking safety
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Q&A Is my tent pole a lightning rod?

I have used the Mega Mid tent almost exclusively for hundreds of nights out over the last many years. It's versatile, well ventilated, light... but has this pole sticking straight up the middle. I...

4 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by Lost‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A How long does mayonnaise last unrefrigerated in the back-country?

Yes, mayonnaise. It is sold unrefrigerated, and is an essential component of any back-country sandwich. Has anyone reached its limit and had it spoil on them? (I haven't. Of course, I've never had...

6 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Lost‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A What precautions should I take to protect myself and my camp from bears?

Most of my prior hiking experience has been in areas that are not home to bears, so what precautions should I take to protect my camp (and myself as I am hiking) from bears. I am aware of a couple...

6 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by pkaeding‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Can I sail a raft on a European river with commercial traffic?

I'm thinking about sailing a part of the Danube, alone, on a self-built raft. I have no experience sailing rivers on any serious basis. I'm considering a raft for a number of reasons: It's chea...

4 answers  ·  posted 12y ago by Pekka‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question safety sailing rivers
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Q&A Where is a good introduction to snow chain usage?

I have never used a snow chain with my vehicle, or even saw the process of someone putting a snow chain onto a vehicle. I plan to drive to western Cascades Mountain area in my small front-drive ha...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by qazwsx‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question gear-care snow safety
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Q&A What respirator should I get for urbex?

Sometimes while hiking/trekking/whatever I practice urbex (in random buildings, factories, farms, tunnels, the usual), and I'm aware of the risks to my health caused by toxic gas, asbestos, lead an...

4 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Cthulhu‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question gear safety health urbex
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Q&A Bouldering beside the freeway

Hello I have a question that I ask myself every morning when I commute to work. I live New England and I take the I-95 south from New Hampshire to Massachusetts every weekday. During my commute I d...

4 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by Dzhao‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question safety bouldering
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Q&A How to "spot" someone who is bouldering?

We have discussed a lot and at length about how to climb and other climbing techniques. I haven't come across a single post that talks about Spotting techniques. What are the duties of a Spotter?...

2 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by WedaPashi‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A How safe are stoppers/rocks when threaded through rock tunnels?

Last year, I learned that you could thread the wire of stoppers/rocks/hexentrics through tunnels in the rock if threading cord or a sling through them would be too difficult. As a reference, see th...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by anderas‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is it ever necessary to double up locking carabiners?

I see people doing this a lot: My question is: Why? When is it necessary to double up locking carabiners? Ever? Doubling up non-locking carabiners with opposite and opposing gates was, and sti...

3 answers  ·  posted 8y ago by ShemSeger‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A How to warm up your cold toes and fingers?

In winter your hand and feet (especially toes and fingers) may get painfully cold or you may even stop feeling them. How can you warm them up? This usually happens, when it's below 0°С or when it'...

9 answers  ·  posted 11y ago by Steed‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Is a portable jump starter dangerous?

Like many campers, I bought a portable jump starter, which contains liquids and gases. In what situation does it get dangerous? Can I simply carry this portable charger along with all my camping ...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by Moon‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

Question camping safety
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Q&A What to do if a team member falls sick?

Recently I fell ill whilst car camping and it made me consider the situations when not around amenities. In addition to this I recently was part of a four man, one dog team climbing Snowdon and one...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Aravona‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Reacting to tornado warnings while camping with no buildings nearby

This afternoon there was a tornado warning - TAKE SHELTER IN A PERMANENT BUILDING IMMEDIATELY - for the west half of Algonquin Park issued through the usual channels including Twitter. I believe by...

6 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by Kate Gregory‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A How effective are mosquito repellents for people who are mosquito magnets?

This question asks "What type of mosquito repellent is the most effective?". It's a great question. Now that we may have an idea about what is best to use, I want to know how effective are even t...

1 answer  ·  posted 8y ago by RockPaperLizard‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭

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Q&A Snake on chest while sleeping?

Now, this is not very common, however I have heard it enough times from people to know that it actually does happen. When sleeping in the open or in an open tent (yes, i know you shouldn't), snake...

3 answers  ·  posted 9y ago by G.Rassovsky‭  ·  last activity 8y ago by System‭