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How tight should the line be kept for toproping?
I was climbing with someone recently and they complained that there was too much slack any time the line wasn't completely taut. By the same token when they were belaying me it was almost hard to ...
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What does it mean to cross load a carabiner?
What does it mean to cross load a carabiner?
I know it's bad, and not to do it, but I don't really know what exactly it is.
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How do I set a top rope anchor?
When rock-climbing, I need to set up a top-rope anchor so if I fall, it will minimize chance of injury.
So, how would I safely set one up?