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Michael Borgwardt
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33 votes

Is ankle support a myth?

32 votes

How do forest fires affect rock climbing?

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Optimal use of available GPS devices when stranded

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What's the purpose of dog boots?

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Why are climbing shoes usually a slightly tighter than the usual mountaineering shoes?

18 votes

How to "spot" someone who is bouldering?

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How do I connect to an Autobelay with a Whillan's harness?

18 votes

Can a human survive in Saltstraumen or other whirlpool?

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Is this anchor set up right?

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Can the Swiss Alps be hiked in the winter?

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What this instrument is used for?

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What are Miner bees, and how do they differ from other bees?

13 votes

How far would you need to fall for it to be fatal?

13 votes

Is clipping onto the rungs of a via ferrata bad practice?

11 votes

How much should your backpack weigh?

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How do I know when to retire a climbing harness?

11 votes

Does putting an item in a microwave oven kill ticks (and other bugs)?

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How to begin in alpine tours

11 votes

Avoiding microbial contamination of diesel fuel

11 votes

How do you treat frozen lungs?

11 votes

How to train climbing endurance at home?

10 votes

What’s the main appeal for climbing outdoors?

9 votes

How can I survive multiple days in cold environment?

9 votes
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Top gear presenter pees on snare, why?

9 votes

Solo-backpacking in mountain lion country

8 votes

Is climbing an ambidextrous sport?

8 votes
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Lead climb weight ratios

8 votes

What's the best way to carry a dslr camera when rock-climbing?

7 votes
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How to visually identify a rap hanger?

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When do you need compensation training for bouldering?