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Rock Climbing
Few activities can push you both physically and mentally like rock climbing. Scaling a few hundred feet, hanging by your fingertips and dangling by a rope is bound to get your heart racing. Discover how to get started in this daring sport.

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Rock Climbing: Getting Started 
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  2. Why is rock climbing so popular? 
  3. How much does rock climbing cost? 
  4. What are the different types of rock climbing? 
  5. How can I get started in the sport of rock climbing? 
  6. What body type is best-suited for rock climbing? 
  7. How dangerous is rock climbing? 
  8. Can I overcome my fear of falling off the rock? 
  9. Is rock climbing good exercise? 
  10. How can I get my body in shape for rock climbing? 
  11. What sort of injuries can I expect from rock climbing? 
  12. Should I start climbing at an indoor gym or outside on real rock? 
  13. Who is the best rock climber in the world? 
  14. Where are the best rock climbing spots? 
  15. Do I need a guide for my first time rock climbing? 
  16. How much do rock climbing guides cost? 
Rock Climbing Gear 
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  2. What is a 'carabiner' and how is it used in rock climbing? 
  3. How should I pick my carabiners? 
  4. How should I pick my rock climbing shoes? 
  5. How should I pick my rock climbing rope? 
  6. How should I pick my hip harness for rock climbing? 
  7. Do I need chalk for rock climbing? 
  8. Should I wear a helmet when rock climbing? 
  9. What's the difference between dynamic and static ropes in rock climbing? 
  10. How much weight can my rock climbing rope handle? 
  11. How long should my rock climbing rope be? 
  12. How should I take care of my rock climbing rope? 
  13. What are some of the different knots used in rock climbing? 
  14. What is the overhand knot in rock climbing? 
  15. What is the 'figure-8' knot used in rock climbing? 
Bouldering 
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  2. What is 'bouldering' in rock climbing? 
  3. What kind of equipment do I need for bouldering? 
  4. What kind of rock is best for bouldering? 
  5. How does the rating system work for bouldering? 
  6. Where is the best bouldering in the world? 
  7. What are bouldering 'problems'? 
  8. What should I look for in solving a bouldering problem? 
  9. How can I identify an excellent hold in bouldering? 
  10. How do I get back down when I complete the problem? 
Top-Rope Climbing 
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  2. What is 'top-rope' rock climbing? 
  3. What is 'sport climbing'? 
  4. What kind of equipment do I need in top-rope climbing? 
  5. What is a 'belay' in rock climbing? 
  6. What are the proper techniques used in belaying? 
  7. What is the basic belaying communication lingo used while rock climbing? 
  8. What is the proper way to lower a climber down the rock? 
Indoor Rock Climbing 
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  2. How is indoor climbing different from climbing outdoors? 
  3. What are the advantages of climbing indoors? 
  4. At what age can I take my kids rock climbing? 
  5. How many times a week should I go to the climbing gym? 
  6. What are the different types of hand grips used in rock climbing? 

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