Rock climbing equipment FAQs
Q. What is bouldering?
A. Bouldering is a type of free climbing (climbing without a rope or harness). It requires incredible focus and strength and should only be attempted by experts. Bouldering routes are usually short (3-5 meters above the ground), to reduce the risk of injury. Anything 7 meters or beyond is considered solo free climbing.Q. What is a carabiner?
A. A carabiner is a metal loop with a gate which springs open or unscrews to open, used in rock climbing. They come in many shapes and sizes and are also used in other applications involving rope. They may be locking or non-locking, depending on their intended use. Certain carabiners, designed specifically for rock climbing, can be found anywhere rock climbing supplies are sold.Q. How can I tell how strong a climbing rope is?
A. In general, the thicker a rope is, the stronger it will be. Technically, strength is measured via static elongation and maximum impact force (MIF). Static elongation is determined by the amount a rope stretches when weighted with a standard load (176 lbs.). MIF is the measure of the amount of force absorbed by the rope during a fall. A rock climbing rope is considered semi-static or dynamic based upon these two variables.
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