Kenneth HamelMore on dynamic rope selectionDynamic ropes were primarily constructed with climbers in mind. The kind of falls that climbers take, particularly when on lead, can be…Jul 12, 20181Jul 12, 20181
Kenneth Hamelhelmets, Helmets, HELMETS!You can live with them, but you might not live without them!May 7, 20181May 7, 20181
Kenneth HamelEight Important Knots Every Climber NEEDS to KnowThere are a LOT of knots out there, for a myriad of applications and from many origins…rock climbing, arborists, marine, and more.Jul 26, 20171Jul 26, 20171
Kenneth HamelWinter Time Gear CheckGear checks should happen throughout every season. Even if you are an all season climber and particularly after any ‘event’. The winter…Mar 21, 2017Mar 21, 2017
Kenneth HamelIce Climbing the first timeI’ve been climbing for 7 years, this is the beginning of my 8th, so it is safe to say I’m hooked. I put in over a 170 days last year…Mar 21, 20171Mar 21, 20171
Kenneth Hamel‘Haste Makes Waste’Are you aware there is documented ‘speed records’ in rock climbing. In my opinion those are best left to the experienced and professional…Jan 17, 2017Jan 17, 2017
Kenneth HamelFirst Aid outdoorsBeing an outdoors enthusiast requires preparation for anything that may come your way, good or bad. This could mean nothing more than…Dec 2, 20161Dec 2, 20161
Kenneth HamelJoining 2 ropes together for rappelSomewhere along the line you’ll find yourself rappelling. An easy way to get off of many climbs, particularly multi-pitch. Most of the time…Nov 3, 2016Nov 3, 2016
Kenneth HamelSave your life store it right!Climbing gear can save our lives. Treating it with the utmost importance and care should be top priority.Oct 18, 2016Oct 18, 2016
Kenneth HamelMock leadingSo you’ve been climbing for some appreciable amount of time. You have some experience, you’ve climbed outside. Perhaps you’ve led some…Oct 3, 20161Oct 3, 20161
