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Preparing Yourself

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Gearing Up

Getting Started

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Knowing Crucial Knots (and Hitches)

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Belaying

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Assessing and Securing Yourself to Anchors

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Going Up

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Toproping and Leading

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Redpointing and Onsighting

<p>The first and most important thing to do before every climb is to ensure you and your partner are safe. Both the climber and belayer must check each other’s harness to make sure each is properly put on (including being doubled-back), that the climber has a good retraced figure-eight knot, and that the belay device is threaded properly. ONLY after all of these are verified can the climber proceed.</p> <p>Even after climbing for 14 years, I still make sure that I do this EVERY time. Make it a habit, and you&#8217;ll help ensure your safety and the safety of your partner.</p> <h2>Belay Commands</h2> <p>It’s imperative ...</p>