Activity for SpoonerNZ‭

Type	On...	Excerpt	Status	Date
Answer	—	A: Why is the category called "Open" in climbing competitions? I used to run climbing comps approximately 15 years ago and the categories were always U12, U14, U16, U18, Open, and Masters. In elite competitions as mentioned in another answer Open was open to anyone who wanted to prove they were the best. In our comps, occasionally these were competitors who co... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to safely use reverso with ferrata harness? I've not done any formal testing and am hesitant to recommend such an arrangement, however over the past 15 years climbing I have in many situations either used or seen others use such harnesses and had no concerns around how belay devices sit. I've never seen any issue in this arrangement and can't... (more)	—	almost 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: What's the purpose of the sling on the heel of boots? The main use is pulling your shoes on, this is particularly obvious in rock climbing shoes that will often have multiple loops so you can really yank on them. Alternatively this can be used as an attachment point. From James Jenkins in the comments below - en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bootstrapping "Tall ... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: Quickest / most efficient way to ascend a hanging rope with rock climbing gear? This may not be the most efficient, but is something I have done with the gear I am always carrying - which to me is more important. On any route where I will be abseiling (or may need to ascend) I always carry my Reverso, as well as a Shunt (or smaller / lighter equivalent device). I use the shunt ... (more)	—	over 8 years ago
Answer	—	A: How to use legs more effectively to avoid grip stress on overhangs I would suggest core strength is more the problem than leg strength, if you notice it specifically on overhangs. On a slab, your legs are doing most (or sometimes all) of the pushing, while minimal weight is on your hands for balance. As it gets steeper more of your weight will always be on your h... (more)	—	about 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: True fish attractants? I don't know if this is local to New Zealand, but this is fairly common practice for both shore-based and boat anglers. You can either buy or make a Berley Bomb, which is exactly this. It is ground up fish / blood / bits frozen into a block, then hung in the water to defrost and disperse. If you... (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Travelling and taking climbing chalk through customs I've carried all my climbing gear when travelling as carry on with no problems in NZ, Australia, UK, and Europe - chalk and full trad rack included. For travel in Canada, I had it all in checked luggage with no issues. Cannot comment on other areas. (more)	—	over 10 years ago
Answer	—	A: Resoling climbing shoes yourself When I managed a climbing gym we got some resole kits so I thought I would give one a try. The result was not particularly good, but meant a pair of shoes that were totally trashed were at least wearable. The edges didn't bond particularly well, so there is not a very precise toe/edge. It is certai... (more)	—	over 10 years ago