Getting started in rock climbing is all about the harness -- if you know what's good for you. JOHN MARSHALL brings you the basics in this asap video.
VAIL, Colo.
Rock climbing isn't for everyone. If you're afraid of heights, not particularly adventurous or have a fear of broken bones, then you might want to take up another hobby.
But if the by-the-seat-of-your pants adrenaline that comes with clinging to the side of a rock face does pique your interest, we're here to help you get started.
And the first thing you need to learn is how to hook into a harness; without that, chances are you'll end up with those broken bones we were talking about. To make sure you get it right, we've enlisted Larry Moore, a rock climbing instructor at Vail Athletic Club, to break down the basics of hooking into a harness in this week's video lesson.
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John Marshall is asap's sports reporter, based in Denver.
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