Activity for Ice76‭

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Answer	—	A: Why don't climbing professional use all their fingers on small holds? Another thing to consider with professional climbers is that they constantly train finger strength, meaning, doing a two finger pull-up is very common and much easier for them than the average climbers. Its kind of like holding a really good hold. A 'good' hold is relative to the climber, and a crimp... (more)	—	over 4 years ago
Answer	—	A: Can a Gri-Gri work if the cam is prevented from engaging? Technically speaking, no. For a Grigri to work, the cam must engage, so asking if it works when the cam does not, the answer is: no. Can it be used to belay? Yes, but it will be more difficult on falls than an ATC. The sharp angles of the rope going through an ATC provide the friction to ease con... (more)	—	over 4 years ago
Answer	—	A: What are known failure modes of the auto-braking mechanism of Grigris? To add to Charlie's answer, a big mistake would be to hold it improperly. Specifically, if you hold the bottom of the Gri Gri you can actually prevent the auto-braking to engage. And especially when a climber falls and the belayer panics! (more)	—	over 4 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to heal a flapper quickly Besides super glue, as some do not want to go that route, here is another option. You also mentioned that you cut it off. This can actually slow the healing process as it will dry out the skin underneath the flapper. The best solution I found and experienced was to clean up the wound, which will hur... (more)	—	over 4 years ago
Answer	—	A: Where can I find free electronic topographic map that cover the entire West Coast Trail in Canada? Here are a couple options: This guide is a general preparation and has good resources to save on a phone or something else, like phone numbers and general info, it also has a map, not detailed, but it does: Download Link This is a better PDF from Parcs Canada to download and you can zoom using yo... (more)	—	almost 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to contain the stench of climbing shoes? Put fabric softeners inside the shoe to keep the scent down or at least smell better and use Fabreze. Those two options have done wonders for me. Also, take your shoes of in between climbs to help prevent further stink accumulation. (more)	—	about 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: Are used climbing shoes safe? All of the answers above are great but I would like to add about the rubber wear. If you do commit to buying used climbing shoes, take note of the rubber wear. If the toes are worn unevenly or you can see the that toes or sides are dragged on climbing walls a lot, then that is a sign that they have b... (more)	—	about 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: Do climbing shoes wear out from age alone? Rubber oxidizes. The term (in time) that your rubber oxidizes at cannot be said because of certain conditions, but I can name a few tips to help prevent that from happening. Avoid heat, UV exposure, oxygen, and pressure. Of course, these cannot be completely avoided as you rock climb or do anything ... (more)	—	over 6 years ago
Question	—	How to progress in rock climbing after grades v4 / 5.11+? I am wondering what is the best way to progress from being a consistent V4 and on-sight/redpoint 5.11 climber? I seem to have hit a plateau in my progression and it is super frustrating. Indoors, I flash V4 range climbs but then work and work V5 and get one every few goes. I am focusing more on boul... (more)	—	over 6 years ago
Answer	—	A: How high is too high for a spotter while spotting a climber? You should always look to guide the climber to the crash pads (mats) and try to let them land on their feet only if possible rather than catching them. But when it comes to it being high, you should adjust the mat(s) rather than just yourself to catch/redirect them. (more)	—	almost 7 years ago
Answer	—	A: How can someone fall 3m to the ground while top-roping & how to prevent it? Rope stretch is definitely a factor, but something I always do when I am unsure is I sit on the rope before climbing. What I mean is to have the belayer take in any loose rope, and then let your body weight fall until the rope is keeping you from sitting on the ground. The knot will tighten and all o... (more)	—	almost 7 years ago