HOW TO GET STARTED: PRO TIPS FOR ROCK-CLIMBING

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Scott Collinson fell in love with rock climbing when he was 12

years old. he is an authority on the sport and the author of 19

books, most of them rock-climbing guides. Scott Collinson

climbs around the world and loves to see new climbers

develop their abilities. Scott Collinson is sharing his tips with

new climber

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1. Scott Collinson says. "Climbing indoors is easy and safe,

and it's a great way to try the sport and see what it is about.

You can rent equipment, get instruction, and learn basic

climbing skills." When you get to an indoor climbing gym,

watch the experienced climbers. Reach out to other climbers

at the gym and learn from their experiences.

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2. Perfect your moves and your rock-climbing skills before

you head out to the real rock. Consider building your own

climbing wall. That way, you can boulder, or climb to small

heights, and practice your technique.

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3. Once you feel ready to climb outdoors, recognize that

climbing is a dangerous sport. The most advanced indoor

skills don't necessarily prepare you for a safe outdoor

experience.

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4. To make an outdoor experience as safe as possible, go

with experienced climbers. Hire a guide or take outdoor

lessons from a guide service.

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5. Even if you head out with a group of experienced climbers,

don't rely on them for your safety. Be responsible for yourself.

Learn to tie your knots, check your knots, tie them to the rope,

and check your anchors.

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6. Remember that climbing doesn't just involve the arms. "People

often ask me, 'Am I strong enough to go climbing?'" Scott

Collinson says. "The answer is usually yes, because climbers use

their legs and feet to push off, rather than their arms to pull

themselves up."

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7. Don't let a fear of heights prevent you from rock climbing.

"Many people focus on their fear of heights and their fear of

falling," Scott Collinson says. "I tell people those are two of

our basic human fears, and they keep you alive."

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8. Learn to trust your belayer (the person holding the rope for you).

You can't climb without trust.

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9. If you fall in love with climbing, consider buying equipment. But

when you start, you can rent equipment: a harness, a helmet, one

or two locking carabiners, and a belay rappel device. "Those are

your personal climbing tools," Scott Collinson says. "You'll also

need a pair of proper climbing shoes. They mold to your feet and

are less sloppy and slippery than tennis shoes."

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