
5 Essential Climbing Knots Every Beginner Should Learn
Ready to hit the crag and conquer the rocks? Start here! We’ll show you five essential climbing knots that every beginner should know. Learn them today so you can climb tomorrow – safely!


Ready to hit the crag and conquer the rocks? Start here! We’ll show you five essential climbing knots that every beginner should know. Learn them today so you can climb tomorrow – safely!

You’ll need a few items of gear to start rock climbing today. For bouldering, you need climbing shoes, chalk, and a crash pad. For sport climbing, you will need climbing shoes, a harness, a rope, quickdraws, a personal anchor system (PAS), a belay device, and locking carabiners.

When you’re new, the world of climbing may seem too big to get a hold of. What are all these different terms for climbing, and what type of climbing should you start with?