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Author: Pieter Neethling

The Value of Climbing in Community, from Michael Fahey

The Value of Climbing in Community, from Michael Fahey

September 4, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
In my  30+ Climbing Guides and Instructors Speak Out article, I gave a brief quote from Michael Fahey. I wanted to share what he said to me with you as a valuable lesson in learning about the value o... Read More
Get Back Down Here: Lowering from the Top of a Climb

Get Back Down Here: Lowering from the Top of a Climb

August 15, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
If climbing up the rock is the ice cream, being lowered off the rock is the cherry on top for alot of new climbers.... Read More
The Easy Way to Save a Life: Basic Belaying

The Easy Way to Save a Life: Basic Belaying

August 8, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
One of my favorite things about climbing is that it is a team sport. A good belayer can make all the difference in how a climber approaches a climb.... Read More
Best Climbing Falls: How to Fall Well

Best Climbing Falls: How to Fall Well

August 1, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
Aaaaaaaaaaaaaahhhhhhhhhhhhh!... Read More
VIDEO: What I Wish I Knew When I Started Outdoor Rock Climbing

VIDEO: What I Wish I Knew When I Started Outdoor Rock Climbing

July 28, 2014January 27, 2015 Pieter Neethling
It can be thrilling to get started in your climbing journey. As you learn to climb, a whole world of possibilities begins to open up for you.... Read More
Choke the Rope: Tying a Climber to a Figure 8 Knot

Choke the Rope: Tying a Climber to a Figure 8 Knot

July 24, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
Knots are like a wild horse; they might be scary to first approach them, but can be powerful once you’ve tamed them. Ok, maybe its not an amazing analogy, but its worth considering.... Read More
Tips, Tricks and Mind Hacks for Rock Climbing

Tips, Tricks and Mind Hacks for Rock Climbing

July 17, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
Before you get up on the rock and get going I’m going to take a minute to talk to you about the fundamentals of rock climbing and I’m going to share some mental hacks that are really going to help... Read More
Fearless Climbing by being Hard Headed

Fearless Climbing by being Hard Headed

July 10, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
So you’ve got your harness on. You’ve got your shoes. You’re good to go? Well, you might need one of these.... Read More
Socks or Sockless: A Quick Intro to Rock Climbing Shoes

Socks or Sockless: A Quick Intro to Rock Climbing Shoes

July 3, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
A number of years ago Nike asked us a question: “Is it the shoes.” To be honest with you, I really think that it is.... Read More
Cracking the Rock Climbing Harness Code: How to Put on a Harness

Cracking the Rock Climbing Harness Code: How to Put on a Harness

June 29, 2014October 9, 2014 Pieter Neethling
Its a beautiful sunny day, you’ve hiked all the way to the place to the base of the rock you will conquer, you’re ready for some climbing, and then you pull out a bundled mess from your rock climb... Read More
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