A bunch of pigeons objected to our #climbing at a crag. They weren't content to try to shit on us, they were trying to kill us by repeatedly trying to drop rocks on our heads.This is why I don't get people who don't wear helmets when climbing outdoors. Even if you are a 9c+ conquering Spider-person who never ever makes a mistake, merciless nature is out to get you.
If you have a fixed rope (either for a rappel or anchor) and it's loaded over an edge, you risk damaging it. Here's one method to easily move the load onto a sling and away from your rope.
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https://www.alpinesavvy.com/blog/protect-your-fixed-rope-from-edge-abrasion
Kille says this whipper was actually in the "no fall zone" but his belayer reeled in a good armful of rope to keep him off the ground.
https://www.climbing.com/videos/angus-kill-attempts-dangerous-trad-first-ascent/
Just a few weeks after her ascent of Mission Impossible, Emma Twyford has made the fifth ascent of Olwen, E9 6c, at Painted Wall, Rhoscolyn, Anglesey.
https://www.ukclimbing.com/forums/t.php?n=773008
