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Outdoor Rock Climbing ESSENTIALS | (Beginner friendly) | Sport, Top rope
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items Outdoor rock climbing unlocks a whole new level of adventure and another amazing way to experience the outdoors! Here are some essentials for outdoor climbing that will grow with you as your skills progress. First things first though, go with a CERTI...
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Know before you go
Gear up for success
Rope up!
Belay, clip quickdraws, and rappel safely
Build your anchor
Know before you go
Awesome resources to help you begin your outdoor rock climbing journey wisely.
THIS is how most climbs are found. Best of all, it's totally free.
Mountain Project: Free Online Rock Climbing Route Finder
This book helped me feel MUCH safer. Technique, safety skills, gear requirements, it covers all the basics. Couldn't recommend it enough!
Rock Climbing Book: Mastering Basic Skills
Gear up for success
Here are the things that you'll need to start sending your next big projects.
Fit is important for beginners. Adjustable waist and leg loops, plus good padding, make this safe harness comfy. There are also plenty of gear loops for storing gear while wearing.
Harness - This one is safe, adjustable and also super comfy
I started with these and they were perfect as my skills progressed! Just make sure to order a size to a size and a half above your street shoe size.
Climbing Shoes | Flat profile, breathable fabric
An absolute MUST. Protection from falling rocks.
Helmet | Super important!
Chalk helps you grip the rock and keeps hands dry.
Rock Climbing Chalk
A chalk bag keeps your chalk handy while on a route!
Chalk Bag | Keep a good grip
Rope up!
Your rope keeps you safe! 70 meters is typically plenty for most outdoor routes. Learn how to tie a figure 8 follow through knot :)
This rope is 9.9 millimeters in diameter and is an affordable, dependable option. 70 Meters should be enough for a majority of outdoor climbs, though, do your own research.
Climbing Rope 9.9 MM
The standard rock climbing knot (in the USA) to attach your harness to the rope.
How to Tie a Figure 8 Knot for Climbing || REI
A clean rope is a safe rope. Stay organized and keep dirt out with this handy rope backpack.
Rope Bag | Clean and organized
Belay, clip quickdraws, and rappel safely
Belaying is keeping your climbing partner safe in the event of a fall, quickdraws protect you on your ascent, and rappelling means lowering yourself on a rope safely. :)
The most common belay device plus a carabiner.
Grigri Belay Device + Carabiner
6 quickdraws for you and 6 for your partner (12 total) should cover most rock climbing pitches.
Rock Climbing Quickdraws
Lightweight and handy for easy rappels.
Rappel device and carabiner
Always use a third hand backup on rappels. This prusik will work nicely.
Sterling 7mm Sewn Prusik Cord
Build your anchor
First things first. Use a personal anchor to keep you safe while assembling! This is one example of a top rope anchor. I always use a quad because it is self-equalizing and super versatile! You'll need a cordelette and 4 locking carabiners.
The simplest explanation I've found for the quad anchor
Building a Top-Rope Anchor
Use with locking carabiners in order to secure yourself to the anchor before assembling the quad.
Metolius Alpine PAS Sling
A super versatile anchor building material! This one is 25 feet. More than enough.
7mm Cordelette
I use two (2) of these for the bottom carabiners (The carabiners that the rope will run through for a top rope setup).
Pearlock Carabiner
I use two (2) of these to attach the quad anchor to the bolts. I use the extra carabiner for my PAS (Personal anchor system)
3 Pack Locking Carabiners
I use this carabiner in conjunction with the other one so I have 2 locking carabiners on my PAS.
Black Diamond Carabiner