know the rope you are climbing with and its exact length; - check the guidebook carefully as this includes the necessary rope length; - and always tie a knot in the end of the rope, regardless of the ...

One of the most important safety procedures that one can do before climbing is tying into the rope and anchor system properly. The knot that is most commonly used for tying into a harness is the ...

The Mule Knot (a.k.a releasable knot) is ideal to lock off the rope on the belay plate. There are many occasions in climbing when, belaying from the harness using a device which does not self-arrest ...

If crafting isn't something you enjoy, many climbing gyms and outdoor schools accept retired ropes which will then be used for knot-tying practice. Another option is to sell your rope by ...

Climbing above the Top-Rope anchor points is prohibited. Hip belays, munter-hitch belays, and using a Figure 8 device are prohibited. All knots, belay devices and harnesses will be inspected by the ...