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Why are black climbs impossible to climb? 14-Oct-2004 At 4:27:05 PM wombats

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On 13/10/2004 dan wrote:
>Blacks tend to be chips and mall crimps set on odd angles. They require
>a little technique. Work on your weighting when climbing. Foot and finger
>strength. My recomendation. Climb real rock.

I agree with Dan, the hardest climbs generally make you look at your technique (stand up, don't pull!) and working on your finger strength also helps as there are a lot of crimpers in black climbs!

Interesting point that dalai brought up about 'the impossible'... didn't know about that. At our gym (up in the NT), the blacks are certainly very hard but definately do-able.

But again... I would have to agree with Dan, get on some real rock... it's a different climbing experience. I only use the gym to train on endurance and strength (or when it's too wet outside to climb!!!) but each to their own.

and remember... just because you can't do it YET doesn't mean you can't do it!