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Mountain and Rock Climbing
The history of mountaineering and rock climbing from the first explorations of the Alps to the conquest of Everest, including the siege tactics used on the Big Faces and the Big Rock and Ice Climbs of America's National Parks. The successes, failures and tragedies of this dangerous but exciting sport/pursuit.
960 Questions
Would para-cord be good for climbing?
no, you should use rope specifically for climbing by companies like sterling, blue water ropes, mammut,
etc
Where do you find Edmund's climbing goggles in mount Everest in poptropica?
The climbing goggles are in the Inca kingdom. One of the warriors at the base of the second pyramid is wearing it, but he will attack you since you don't look like a warrior. . Go to the third pyramid and talk to the old guy on top. He will give you a mask. Put it on then go talk to the warrior at the second pyramid, who will give you the goggles.
What the best and worst season to climb Mount Everest?
The 'best' season on Mount Everest would be when there are no deaths.
The 'worst' season on Mount Everest would be when there are deaths.
How would someone know which type of rock climbing shoes would be best for them?
One could try on rock climbing shoes in a specialist store and get advice from their staff to know which shoes suit them best. One can also go to the Rock Climbing website to read their "essentials of gear" guide.
What is the greatest challenge of mountain climbing?
The greatest challenge of mountain climbing is summitinglast five unclimbed 8000 meters peaks during winter. there are Gasherbrum I and II, Broad Peak and very deadly Nanga Parbat and K2. Climbing these mountains during winter period means you will have to face technical climbing in very difficult conditions. Wind storms, avalanches, cold about -40 to -60 and hard, technical climbing above 7500 metres.
Does Bangladesh have mountains to climb?
No. No mountains in Bangladesh. Only low hight hills in Chittagong Hill tracts area.
What do people eat when they reach the top when mountain climbing?
What people eat when they reach the top when mountain climbing depends on the person and sometimes the mountain. Some people have individual rituals such as eating snow or drinking tea when they reach the summit.
Sharma is a last name and It is honored by the ancient people of India, Nepal and Europe for high caste of people of nobility, education, politics and profound social standing.
What does AT stand for in skiing?
One possible answer would be Alpine Touring. This refers to ski equipment that lets a skier release his or her heel in order to ascend a mountain using climbing skins and then re-fasten the heel in order to ski down in an alpine (fixed-heel) style rather than a telemark style.
Who was the first person to climb mt Everest and failed?
It is not known who was the very first to make an attempt to climb Mt Everest.
What are the aim and objectives for rock climbing?
It depends on the age / expertise of the group.
They can range from building team trust and communication
to developing further technical skills.
Or others such as
Etc -
Learn the basics to wall climbing
Learn team work and trust in an applied setting
Improve communication, critical and creative thinking, technological literacy
What year was the us flag first plant on mount Everest?
The American flag reached the summit of Mount Everest in 1963.
Why did rob hall to climb mount everest?
Rob Hall climbed on Mount Everest because he was a mountain guide. People with climbing experience hired Rob Hall to help take them to the summit.
Why are sherpas invaluable to mountaineering teams?
they are very valuable. They lead climbers up the mountains. Without them it would be very difficult to climb. On Mount Everest they set up ladders to get through the khumbu Icefall.
Why would a descent be easier than climbing up?
you can have more of a booster to be faster to get up the hill or mountain
Was Bachendri Pal the first indian woman to climb mount everest?
The first Indian woman to reach the summit of the highest mountain in the world Mount Everest, was Bachendri Pal on the 22nd May 1984.
The Old Man of Hoy, (formed of Old Red Sandstone) is a 449-foot sea stack on the island of Hoy. The island of Hoy is part of the Orkney archipelago and is off the north coast of Scotland.
Was Stacy Allison the first woman to climb mount everest?
No she was not the first woman to climb Mount Everest. Junko Tabei was the first, on the 16th May 1975.
Who is the youngest to climb aonach eagach ridge?
There is no definitive youngest climber recorded for the Aonach Eagach Ridge. It is a challenging and exposed ridge walk in Scotland, so typically only experienced and skilled climbers attempt it. Any individuals attempting such a climb should have the appropriate skills and experience for their safety.
Who first conquered Mount Everest?
Edmund Hillary and Tenzing Norgay were the first to reach the summit and return alive. There is speculation that George Mallory was the first, but he died on the mountain.
Why does a Mt. Everest climb include Sherpas?
The main reason is they have adapted to the lower oxygenated atmosphere and have acclimated to living under such conditions. They can move farther, faster and without the aide of oxygen tanks which benefits the climbers who not are not only trying to climb a mountain, also are fighting for their very lives.
