Toes to Knows Climbing Academy
Academy: Tie the Figure 8 Properly
Tying in with a figure 8 knot is the most common way to attach to a climbing rope. The figure 8 is heavily used because it’s easy to tie, is...
Academy: Tie the Figure 8 Properly
Tying in with a figure 8 knot is the most common way to attach to a climbing rope. The figure 8 is heavily used because it’s easy to tie, is...
Academy: Setting Climbing Goals
Like any significant venture in life, setting climbing goals is a key first step toward success. Matt has recruited his friend and climbing team member, Lyti, in a quest to...
Academy: Setting Climbing Goals
Like any significant venture in life, setting climbing goals is a key first step toward success. Matt has recruited his friend and climbing team member, Lyti, in a quest to...
Academy: 4 Tips for Clipping a Quickdraw
Clipping a quickdraw while leading is an essential skill that every climber needs to master. In this article and video, we cover four rules for making a good clip and...
Academy: 4 Tips for Clipping a Quickdraw
Clipping a quickdraw while leading is an essential skill that every climber needs to master. In this article and video, we cover four rules for making a good clip and...
Academy: How to Clean an Anchor
Cleaning an anchor can be scary for a good reason—a mistake can have grave consequences! In this article, we go over how to clean an anchor either by rappelling or...
Academy: How to Clean an Anchor
Cleaning an anchor can be scary for a good reason—a mistake can have grave consequences! In this article, we go over how to clean an anchor either by rappelling or...
Academy: Tips for Giving a Great Lead Belay
A belayer during the lead climb needs to pay full attention to what’s happening with the climber to minimize the risk of injury. You need to be aware of what...
Academy: Tips for Giving a Great Lead Belay
A belayer during the lead climb needs to pay full attention to what’s happening with the climber to minimize the risk of injury. You need to be aware of what...
Academy: How to Perform an Advanced Top Rope Belay
An advanced top rope belay sounds like an oxymoron, but top roping is a low-risk way to work moves on a hard route. If your climber is at their limit,...
Academy: How to Perform an Advanced Top Rope Belay
An advanced top rope belay sounds like an oxymoron, but top roping is a low-risk way to work moves on a hard route. If your climber is at their limit,...