Note: Knot passing on a belay line is simple. Basically, all you need to do is tie off the belay, and since it’s un-weighted, attach another belay system on the other side of the knot and back ...

One of the most important safety procedures that one can do before climbing is tying into the rope and anchor system properly. The knot that is most commonly used for tying into a harness is the ...

To tie yourself into a climbing harness, you’ll need to know how to create two knots. But they don’t just look pretty; they’re your lifelines. So you're learning how to climb. Time to learn ...

The Mule Knot (a.k.a releasable knot) is ideal to lock off the rope on the belay plate. There are many occasions in climbing when, belaying from the harness using a device which does not self-arrest ...

Taking the Belay class is a great way to grow your climbing knowledge. The Belay Class teaches the skills required for top rope belaying. In addition, you will learn basic knots and safety protocols.