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 ...

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A belay device clipped to the belayer’s harness should ideally be used with the belayer positioned sideways to the climb; this allows the belaying hand to be pulled backwards without being restricted ...

1. When you reach the belay, secure yourself to it, independently of the rope. For example, using a quickdraw from your harness belay loop into one of the bolts. Some climbers use a sling which they ...