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Anchoring Climbing
Choosing the right climbing anchor
Selecting the right climbing anchor is crucial to ensuring safety on your ascents. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced climber, it's essential to understand the different types of anchors available on the market. Anchor points can vary according to cliff conditions and the type of climbing practiced. For the best possible experience, explore our completeclimbing belay range, which includes reliable and durable equipment.
Brands such as Mammut, Black Diamond and Edelrid are renowned for their outstanding quality in climbing equipment. By choosing from these brands, you can rest assured that your safety is in good hands.
The importance of belay points in climbing
Belay points play a fundamental role in climber safety. When an opener sets up a route, he or she must ensure that each point is correctly positioned to offer maximum safety to subsequent climbers. This often involves the use of specific techniques, such as drilling with a hole punch or black pad, to securely fix the plates to the rock face.
It's also important to note that belays must be carefully designed. They are generally fitted with two inverted carabiners linked by a chain, which ensures a secure connection without the risk of accidental rope release. For those wishing to personalize their installations, there is also the option of making their own belays using appropriate inserts and quick links.
Understanding artificial anchors and their use
In some climbing gyms where only bouldering is practiced, the use of fixed anchors is not necessary, as no rope is used. However, when climbing with a rope, at least two belays must be present at the top of the routes to ensure the climber's safety.
For lead climbers, it's essential to have a continuous line of spits lined up along the route. These spits allow climbers to progress while being efficiently secured, thanks to a well-thought-out system by openers who regularly check the condition of the anchor points.
Buying your equipment at Alpinstore
When you're ready to buy your climbing gear, make sure every piece meets the high standards required to guarantee your safety on the crag. Explore our related categories such as Climbing Ropes, Climbing Carabiners, and Climbing Straps.
Feel free to explore our adjacent categories to discover even more about sports equipment such as: Climbing belays, Climbing anchors, and Climbing clamps.
