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Top Roping vs. Lead Climbing: Similarities and Differences’

Knowing the difference between top roping and lead climbing is an important distinction. I've written the following guide to help you keep the two straight! So, what's the difference between top...

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Is Lead Climbing Dangerous? Top Risks and How to Avoid Them

Leading climbing is a big jump for many people to make, but it can also look pretty dangerous. I've written the following guide to teach you everything you need to know about the risks! So, is...

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Is Indoor Bouldering Dangerous?

Trying new things is fun, but no one wants to get hurt while doing so. I've written the following guide to help you understand the risks of indoor bouldering. So, is indoor bouldering dangerous?...

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Is Rock Climbing Expensive?

Buying all the gear to try out a new sport can be difficult. I've written the following guide to teach you everything you need to know about how expensive rock climbing is? So, is rock climbing...

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Can You Rock Climb in Jeans?

Knowing what to wear rock climbing can be tricky, and beginners invariable have questions when they see other people wearing jeans at the gym. So, can you rock climb in jeans? Traditional jeans...

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Mountaineering vs. Hiking: What’s the Difference?

Lots of people who get into hiking think about making the jump to mountaineering. I've written the following guide to help show what that looks like! So, what's the difference between...

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