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Abseiler in Blue Mountains falls 30m 24-May-2005 At 9:38:44 AM Rosie

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On 24/05/2005 anthonyk wrote:
>i really think broader society has absolutely no idea about climbers-
>what they (we) are like, what its all about etc. actually i love that
>thought.. proud to be part of a true alternative

I think the weirdest part of the "extreme sport" label is that, for most of us, rockclimbing isn't really that extreme. You climb slowly and carefully, placing gear to keep you safe. If you fall, it's generally not very far. Most of the challenge is in keeping your cool. It is only dangerous or exciting (for spectators) if something goes wrong.
I reckon if the average 60 minutes watcher came out to spectate at, say, Araps they would be shocked by how "un-extreme" it really is.

I hope the guy who fell is doing OK, anyway. And I hope his friend is doing alright - it would be a horrible experience for them both.