#1 Cause of Rock Climbing Injury by Ryan Coisson
Posted by Admin on September 25, 2009 – 4:58 pm -Have you ever suffered a rock climbing injury? If you are like most rock climbers the answer is a resounding yes. You see rock climbing can be very hard on your body especially if are not doing the things you should be. Before we get into all of that let’s talk about some common rock climbing injuries. -Climbers Elbow -Tendinitis -Strained or pulled finger pulleys (most common pulley injury is the A2 pulley) -Injured Hamstrings -Shoulder injuries Now all five of these rock climbing injuries can put you out of commission for weeks or even months, not too mention I have seen rock climbers who had to literally have surgery to heal from these injuries. Now if you are like me and you go through withdrawals from not being able to climb,... more
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Moab Rock Climbing Area
Posted by Admin on February 24, 2009 – 8:43 am -Moab Rock Climbing Area is a Paradise for Avid Rock Climbers Author: Muna wa Wanjiru The Moab rock climbing area and Canyon lands are a paradise for avid rock climbers. The crack routes of Indian stream are legendary and require no introduction. They are relatively a short drive away from the Moab area. To the north east of this town, you can find bouldering in places like Big Bend. This is located near the Colorado River. Moab Desert Adventures has an extensive range of climbing trips and Canyoning trips. The day could not be more wonderful as you trek down a beautiful desert canyon. At times, the pure sandstone walls twist and turn so obliquely they make a mystery of what are there just a few footsteps down the canyon. Then you arrive at... more
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Rock Climbing Equipment
Posted by Admin on February 24, 2009 – 8:40 am -Rock Climbing Equipment That Will Help the Rock Climber Make a Safe Climb Author: Muna wa Wanjiru Rock climbing has emerged as a highly exuberant addictive activity that acts as a tonic for adrenaline junkies and nature trekkers. It is a sport that requires both physical and mental strength, a sport of strategies and skills, and a sport that builds a bond among the team of climbers for teamwork and camaraderie. Rock climbing has received good standing and a lot of interests from many sports enthusiasts. Everybody is plunging into the idea of rock climbing. The danger and hazards that are involved in the game attract even more daredevils and people who long for thrilling experience. Thanks to media exposure and popularity more and more people... more
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Montana Recreation Activities Posted By : Eugene Ivanovski
Posted by on February 22, 2009 – 7:52 pm -Montana recreation opportunities seem endless: hiking, mountain biking, horseback riding, backpacking, rock climbing, rafting, canoeing, kayaking, off-roading, snowmobiling, hot springing, stargazing, bird watching and more. Montana has something for all seasons. See the original post: Montana Recreation Activities Posted By : Eugene Ivanovski Read More →
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Intro to Rock Climbing
Posted by Admin on February 22, 2009 – 6:52 pm -By: Jb Mills Email Article Few sports can test your physical and mental endurance like the way rock climbing does. Climbing even a relatively small rock can take literally hours. If you are interested in rock climbing then you will have to prepare yourself mentally as well as physically. You will also need to gather as much information as possible on Rock Climbing through the internet; libraries or you can talk to a rock climbing professional. First you need to understand what actually rock climbing will consist of. When rock climbing, you should always wear a harness. Climbing without a harness is called “free climbing”, and it is a very dangerous variation to the original sport. If you have proper rope and harness gear, then you will... more
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Learning To Get a Grip on Rock Climbing Shoes
Posted by Admin on February 22, 2009 – 6:43 pm -Learning To Get a Grip on Rock Climbing Shoes by Kris Koonar A type of footwear specially designed and used for climbing rocks and cliffs are known as climbing shoes. These are also known as kletterschuh. The requirement while climbing a rock face is to increase the grip of the foot, as it acts as an anchor while climbing. Regular sneakers and trainers are not designed for this specific purpose. So, a first timer might use some basic hiking shoes, but if interested in rock climbing and planning to climb quite frequently, it would be advisable to invest in good climbing shoes. Climbing shoes are designed for the kind of enhanced grip that is usually required while climbing. For this, the shoe is covered with a rubber layer and is usually... more
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Why Try Rock Climbing?
Posted by Admin on February 22, 2009 – 6:00 pm -These days, the popularity of many extreme sports has actually resulted in them not being so extreme. This is definitely not the case when it comes to rock climbing. Life is a beautiful thing. If you want to get out into the great outdoors, there are so many options available, it isn’t even funny. You can go hiking, camping, canoeing, kayaking and so on. Given all these options, why try rock climbing. There are more than a few good reasons. Getting in Shape – One of the reasons many people starting getting into the great outdoors is to get some physical activity. If this is your goal, rock climbing is a perfect choice. Climbing works the arms, shoulders, trunk and legs of the body. Oh, man does it work them. No matter what style of climbing... more
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Rock Climbing Basics With Few Pointers
Posted by Admin on August 10, 2008 – 2:37 pm -A free article on Outdoors By: Jeffrey Fang Rock climbing is a very popular sport. It is challenging and requires stamina and experience. Rock climbers work in pairs, one climbing and one belaying. The belayer feeds to the rope to the climber through a belay device, which the climber ascends the rock. Sometimes rock climbers use bolted hangers or some kind of protection on their way up the rock. Belayers lock off the rope to make sure the climber doesn’t fall. The lead climber will either place his clips or protection devices into a permanent position. These are already attached to the rock in sport climbing. The protection is detachable in traditional climbing. Spring-loading camming devices or nuts are placed in the cracks in the rock.... more
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Essential Tactical Gear for the Enthusiast
Posted by Admin on August 10, 2008 – 2:36 pm -A free article on Outdoors By: Allen Wright I don’t care if you use tactical gear for your livelihood, recreation, a hobby, or you just like having cool stuff. It’s important to know what’s out there and spend your money wisely. Obviously, if you’re in a profession that requires you to make use of tactical gear in your day-to-day life you may have more of an interest in buying quality equipment, but that’s not to say the rest of us don’t as well. Let’s look at some of the more common (but maybe still essential) tactical gear, how it’s used, and what features to look for when purchasing. Eye Protection Call them goggles, sunglasses, eyewear, or tactical eye devices – they all offer the same... more
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