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Rock climbing
Rock climbing is a sport with the objective being to ascend a cliff while utilizing multiple safety devices.
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Chalk
Sports; Rock climbing
Powder used to dry hands and improve gripping that is carried in pouch attached to climber's harness.
Lead climbing
Sports; Rock climbing
Climbing method in which the climber connects the rope to the wall at various points throughout the ascent
Rappel
Sports; Rock climbing
Controlled method of descending from a height using a rope and a specialised device through which the rope passes
Sport climbing
Sports; Rock climbing
Style of rock climbing that typically involves shorter climbs and anchors that are pre-bolted in place
Free climbing (soloing)
Sports; Rock climbing
Style of rock climbing in which the climber does not use any special safety devices. it is the most dangerous form of rock climbing
Harness
Sports; Rock climbing
A safety system consisting of straps and loops that is worn around the waist and legs which is used to stop a climber when falling.
Crash pad
Sports; Rock climbing
A thick mattress used to soften the fall of a climber that is typically only used when bouldering.
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