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∙ 2012-06-28 12:06:03There are several types of equipment in rock climbing such as the harness, rock, climbing shoes, belay devices such as ATCs and GriGris, Chalk (optional), and helmets.
good rock climbing shoes, a harness, and a helmet.
Rock climbing is not very dangerous if you know what you're doing and have the right equipment.
You need a harness to go rock climbing and if you fall off the wall this will prevent you from hurting yourself. It is also advisable to have a trained professional around to assist you.
Due to the dangerous nature of rock climbing there are several pieces of equipment that are essential. The first piece of equipment would be climbing shoes followed by a quality harness and rope. The type of climbing being done will dictate any other specialized pieces of gear.
A huge amount of engineering and developing goes into every piece of rock climbing equipment. Most of it has to do with the natural science of gravity and just what kind of forces they need to protect your body from if you fall.
The price of the equipment that you purchase for rock climbing varies depending on brand, quality, etc. As a minimum, most people will need to buy a pair of climbing shoes, a harness, a belay/rappel device, chalk bag, chalk, rope, and a few other items. A starter kit with basic equipment can probably be had for about $100, although expect to pay more for better gear and to fill out the items that you need.
UIAA sets safety standards for rock climbing equipment and set a international standard for grades (difficulty ratings for individual routes).
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the conduct of rock climbing is rock climbing
The cost of indoor rock climbing varies greatly from one gym to another. Most rock gyms, however, offer discounts to those who bring their own equipment.
It will obviously depend on your location. However, one chain, REI, is prevalent throughout the United States. They sell rock-climbing equipment and are generally known for their knowledgeable staff.