Friday, February 18, 2011

Indoor bouldering

This type of climbing does not require the use a harness or ropes, when bouldering 
all you need are shoes and chalk, you will also notice that like the other walls, this too has routes set out for you to climb. when bouldering climbers refer to a route as a "problem" and completing a problem can take some time, as the moves are designed to challenge the skills, agility,strength and endurance of the climber, so its advisable to take breaks between attempts, allowing other to have a go.  



Some routes are setup low to the ground requiring one to be in a seated position then progress upwards, this is referred to as a "sit start ".



in the event of a climber falling, a crash-pad is provided,  this is typically made of foam, like gymnastic mats, to cushion the fall.
altimetly bouldering is allot of fun, great for trying out moves and getting to know the holds and how to use them correctly. 
















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