The Addictively Easy Way Into Climbing.

Nick Wallner
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2 min readJun 22, 2022

Climbing is a great way to get exercise and enjoy the outdoors.

Climbing the Luzzone dam, Photo by Nick Wallner

It is a challenging sport that can be enjoyed by people of all ages and abilities. Here are a few things to consider if you are thinking about getting into climbing.

The first thing you will need is a good pair of climbing shoes. Climbing shoes should fit snugly and be comfortable, as you will be wearing them for long periods of time. You will also need a chalk bag to keep your hands dry and to help with grip. Chalk can be purchased at most sporting goods stores. From now on you are already equipped for bouldering.

Next, you will need to find a good climbing spot. If you live in an area with cliffs or mountains, you are in luck. There are also many indoor climbing gyms that can be found in most major cities. Once you have found a good spot to climb, you will need to get some safety gear. A harness, rope, and belay device are essential for top-roping, and a helmet is always a good idea.

Now that you have all the gear you need, it is time to start climbing! The best way to learn is to find a experienced friend or take a climbing class. There are many different techniques to learn, and it is important to start out with the basics. You will also need to learn how to belay, which is the process of controlling the rope while your partner climbs.

Climbing can be a very rewarding and addicting sport. It is a great way to get exercise, enjoy the outdoors, and meet new people. With a little bit of practice, you will be on your way to becoming a climbing pro and send crazy routes like the dam in the picture above in no time.

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Nick Wallner
ILLUMINATION

Beeing a Software Engineer has enabled me to get to be my childhood dream job: an Inventor