Dec 16, 2022 · Hi everyone, I think I'm venting and maybe looking for support after a very scary situation left me feeling extremely guilty.

May 6, 2024 · However, I've noticed that some climbers prefer using ATCs or Mammut devices, arguing they're safer and less prone to mechanical failure. I'm ...

Jun 4, 2023 · It's really not hard to learn to use a grigri properly. The Petzl website is where that animation is from, and is how I learned how to use one.

Aug 24, 2015 · I have been climbing for just over a year and a half. I have seen 4 ground falls, one of which was outside and by the grace of C'thulu nothing ...

Feb 10, 2012 · Although I understand it is "safer" what are your thoughts on these. Personally, I am not comfortable to belay a lead climb with a GriGri.

Aug 30, 2014 · 22 votes, 53 comments. Was climbing this evening at Smith Rock's Lower Gorge with one of the guys that put up MANY routes in the area.

Sep 24, 2021 · 123 votes, 119 comments. 1.4M subscribers in the climbing community. The home of Climbing on reddit. And yes we are scared of falling.

Jun 15, 2022 · Decently experienced with a grigri. I Don't belay like that cause it's an extra step that doesn't actually make for a better belay experience.