falling

Toproping is so safe it’s virtually foolproof, right? Think again. Just a brief belay lapse can produce high loads, testing the holding power of your gear.

I’m nervous about falling. How can I beat the fear?

Thinking ahead and preemptively evaluating possible split-second calls is a critical skill that all climbers should spend more time fostering.

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