Ask the Master: What’s the Best Way to Lower an Unconscious Lead Climber?
Check out Jeff Ward (AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide)'s author page.
Check out Jeff Ward (AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide)'s author page.
Check out Jeff Ward (AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide)'s author page.
Check out Jeff Ward (AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide)'s author page.
On remote climbs and ice and snow routes, we often have to make or beef up the rappel anchor. Here are a few tips for making a strong(er) rappel anchor without having to leave your entire rack behind.
"Is having an adze on your technical ice tool the mountaineering equivalent of showing up to a bouldering gym with your harness on (a.k.a. the sign of a novice)?"
At some point in your climbing career, you might unexpectedly find yourself having to build an anchor on an ice or alpine route when you're out of slings and cord. Use one of the following alternative equalization techniques.
Check out Jeff Ward (AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide)'s author page.
Check out Jeff Ward (AMGA/IFMGA Mountain Guide)'s author page.
Are there a standard set of accepted commands?
Quick and simple Q&A with the Master.
IFMGA guide Martin Volken explains how to get out of three tricky multi-pitch climbing situations.
IFMGA guide Martin Volken talks personal anchors and when to use different types.