Topropers Unite! How to Convince Others to Haul You Up
The fine art of sending your dream routes without really trying.
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They Climbed On a Home Depot Rope—Thought A Real Rope Was Too Expensive
They figured they knew enough about climbing to wing it, but took a dangerous risk that could have cost them.
For Safety’s Sake Don’t Do This: Let Parents Belay Through A Bolt Hanger
Parents love their kids and will do anything for them, including taking them toprope climbing when they don't have a clue.
Having a Project Made Me a “Dumb” Climber
Learning how to try hard is hard. And it’s so easy to be stupid.
How to Toprope Belay
Get the safest method and helpful tips for giving the best toprope belay, whether you're using an ATC or a grigri.
How to Build a Quad Anchor
Use a long cordelette or sling to create a fast, safe, and self-equalizing quad anchor
Toproping Might Not Be as Safe as You Think It Is
Check out Climbing Editors's author page.
Unbelayvable: The Strolling Belay
Check out Corey Buhay's author page.
AAC Universal Belay Standard: Toproping
Check out The Editors's author page.
Unbelayvable: A Toprope of Dubious Quality
SCARY (AND TRUE) TALES FROM A CRAG NEAR YOU
Unbelayvable: A Bad Anchor is Worse Than No Anchor
SCARY (AND TRUE) TALES FROM A CRAG NEAR YOU
Unbelayvable: Eight Awful Words
Scary (and true) tales from a crag near you
Unbelayvable: Extreme Toprope Whippers
Scary (and true) tales from a crag near you
Bolted Toprope Anchors
Setting up a simple yet bomber anchor