Lesson 1Bolt belay construction: using fixed hangers, bolt-to-bolt anchor layouts, using slings and locking carabiners, creating a clean master pointBuild skills fi mek clean, extra bolt belays usin fixed hangers, right bolt-to-bolt links, slings, an lockin carabiners, while avoidin cross-loadin, mess, an bad pointin fi master point an rope systems.
Evaluating bolt quality and spacingBolt-to-bolt connection strategiesUsing slings and lockers efficientlyCreating a clean, central master pointAvoiding cross-loading and tri-axial loadsLesson 2Anchor inspection and testing: visual checks, load-path reasoning, shock-loading considerations, and when to rebuildPractice checkin anchors step by step wid visual looks, feel tests, an load-path reasonin fi spot weak spots, shock-load risks, an stretch problems, an learn when fi fix or rebuild di belay anchor.
Step-by-step visual anchor checklistTracing and simplifying load pathsIdentifying shock-loading scenariosTesting placements without overloadingDeciding when to rebuild from scratchLesson 3Anchors: principles of redundancy, equalization, independent anchors, and minimizing extensionMaster main anchor rules fi multi-pitch belays, like extra, equalizin, separate parts, an less stretch, den use dem fi check an improve real anchor examples an common setups.
Redundancy and avoiding single pointsEqualization vs. load sharing in practiceIndependent anchor legs and componentsMinimizing extension and shock loadsEvaluating example anchors in the fieldLesson 4Rigging rappels at belays: setting dedicated rappel rings, retrievable vs. non-retrievable rigging, single-point rappel vs. double-rope rappelsGet how fi set up safe, good rappels from belays, includin when fi use fixed rings, pull-back systems, single vs double-rope, an how fi avoid stuck ropes, edge rub, an mix-up at busy stations.
Choosing rappel rings and hardwareSingle-strand vs. double-rope decisionsRetrievable anchor rigging methodsRope path, edge and snag managementPre-rappel checks and communicationLesson 5Belay device placement and redundancy: attachment of belay device to harness, backup methods (autoblock, mule hitch, third-hand) and device choices for multi-pitch belaysCheck best ways fi place belay devices at station, includin harness vs anchor tie, backup like autoblock an third hand, an pick right device fi multi-pitch belay an lowerin.
Harness vs. anchor belay attachmentUsing guide-mode devices at belaysAutoblock and third-hand backupsMule hitch for hands-free lockingDevice selection for multi-pitch useLesson 6Gear layout and clipping protocol: where to rack active gear, where to stow unused gear, managing sharp edges and loose blocks near stanceLearn how fi organize gear at belay so active pieces, spare hardware, an personal tings rack neat, away from sharp edges an loose blocks, positioned fi quick switch while cuttin tangles an drops.
Racking active gear for the next leadParking unused gear and personal itemsManaging sharp edges and loose rockPreventing tangles in ropes and slingsSystems for fast changeovers at stanceLesson 7Connections and master point: cordelette vs. sliding X vs. equalette vs. fixed loops—advantages, failure modes, and sizingCompare anchor link methods—cordelette, slidin X, equalette, fixed loops—by checkin pros, limits, fail ways, an size, den learn when each best pon multi-pitch climbs.
Static cordelette master point setupSliding X: pros, cons, and backupsEqualette for limited extension controlFixed loops and pre-rigged systemsChoosing cord length and sling sizesLesson 8Anchors on mixed ground: combining bolts and removable pro, decisions when rock is fractured or has loose blocksGet how fi build strong anchors pon mixed ground wid bolts an removable pro, includin plans fi cracked or blocky rock, pick strongest spots, an decide when fi move or leave stance.
Combining bolts with trad placementsAssessing fractured and hollow rockPrioritizing strongest available featuresExtending to reach better anchor optionsWhen to relocate or abandon a stanceLesson 9Stance organization at belay: positioning leader, second, and third person; space management on small ledges; fixed-line vs. hanging belaysLearn fi organize climbers an ropes at belay, where leader, second, third stand or hang, manage space pon small ledges, an when fi use fixed lines or full hangin belays fi safety an speed.
Positioning leader, second, and thirdManaging ropes on small or sloping ledgesBuilding and using fixed hand linesTechniques for full hanging belaysCommunication and movement at stanceLesson 10Trad belay construction: selecting, placing, and orienting removable pro for anchor points, building a multi-point anchor with cams and nutsLearn fi pick, place, an check removable pro fi belay anchors, den join multiple pieces inna extra, good-pointed, easy multi-point anchor usin cams, nuts, an rock features pon real multi-pitch routes.
Selecting solid rock and crack featuresPlacing and testing cams for anchorsNut and stopper placement for belaysBuilding three-piece and four-piece anchorsManaging extension and direction of pull
