Muna wa Wanjiru asked:
Bump is one of the original rock climbing moves. This move is used as a stopgap in order to shift hands or feet to a hold that is higher. This has to be done also without changing the position of the body.
Campus move is actually using the hands to climb. This is a method of training grip, contact, and upper body strength.
Crimp move is a grip which allows flexing of the second muscle while the fingertips rest on a ridge. The knuckle needs to be in an extended position for this move.
Gaston move is to grip a handhold that is above and to the side of the body with the hand aligned in a thumb down position that is one of the important rock climbing moves. This is an extremely fatal body position because it puts a lot of stress on the rotator cuff of the shoulder.
Lock off move is enabling a handhold to move on to another handhold by gripping one handhold with a lot of power and strength.
Latch move mainly depends on contact strength, accuracy, and timing as it requires immense practice.
Slap is a move to touch a handhold but the move fails to latch it.
Match is the move which ultimately bring both hands to the same handhold.
Side Pull is a move to get a hold that is positioned to the side of the body and cannot be pulled in a downward direction.
Cross-Over is one of the rock climbing moves to bring one arm across the other as the person reach for a new hold.
Under cling is a move to get a hold that faces downwards. Pulling your body upwards and tensing your feet, enough to maintain the tension of the body creates enough opposition.
Back step is one more of the rock climbing moves that is rolling the hip inwards close to the wall by keeping the foot behind the body.
Drop Knee is a move which resembles the back step. In this move, the foot applies a sideways thrust with the help of the rotation of the knee downwards and inside. Climber can also toe the hook on a hold that is high to perform a back step.
Flag is the move which is done by balancing the body preventing the disturbance of the center of mass. This has to be done by extending the leg.
Hand-Foot Match is the move which is done to place a foot on the same hold as a hand.
Heel Hook is the move to rest the heel on a hold, thereby removing some weight from the arms.
Knee Bar is the move by which a position of rest can be achieved by placing the top of the knee and a foot between two holds.
Rock On move is done to transfer body weight from one foot to the other which is one of the necessary rock climbing moves you should know.
High Step move is done by lifting up a leg to reach a high foot hold.
Kris Koonar asked:
More and more people are getting enthusiastic about rock climbing and the sport is now gaining popularity and attracting thousands of sports enthusiasts. Rock climbing is categorized and each type has different features and methods. These activities are termed Mountaineering, Ice climbing, Bouldering, Indoor climbing and Rock climbing etc.
If you are adventurous enough and wish to climb a rock, but not sure about the techniques involved in rock climbing, then indoor climbing can be a better option for you. Indoor climbing is an easy way to learn various techniques involved in rock climbing under the guidance of experienced and professional climbers. These man made climbing walls are designed in such a way that they resemble the characteristics of the natural rock environment. This indoor climbing experience is really exciting and due to this many rock climbers don’t even opt for the outdoors. Obviously there is no comparison to outdoor rock climbing and those who are adventurous and enjoy the thrill always choose outdoor rock climbing.
Various rock climbing opportunities are available for those who do venture outdoors. However, there is an initial approach that involves various aspects related to the rock you opt to climb. To start with, first you need to decide how to tackle and surmount the rock face horizontally or vertically. Secondly, ensure that rock chosen is solid and stable. Equally important are the weather conditions, so select locations where the weather is predictable.
Being adventurous is good but not at the cost of your life. Rock climbing can be a dangerous sport if safety precautions are not followed. So check if all your climbing equipment is in a good state. Most of the climbers prefer the less crowded areas and venture further in such terrain. But please note that in case of an emergency situation you need to get immediate help.
There is a common belief that most of the rock climbers are injured because of falling. Though it is a fact, but there are always rescue squads and the local authorities who step in on time. The media immediately covers these accidents. However, rock climbing is not associated only with falling. Other injuries also occur while climbing like damage to the hands, tendons, elbows and shoulders, due to straining and overuse. So to reduce these injuries, it is recommended that you exercise. A proper warm up and stretching out the body can help you tremendously to prevent such injuries.
You should wear the appropriate shoes for climbing. It should have a proper grip so as to prevent you from falling. Most of the climbers avoid wearing helmets, but they are must to prevent serious head injuries. Ensure that all the equipment like climbing ropes, webbing, carabiners and belay devices etc are in excellent condition before you plan to climb. These climbing basics can help you to avoid the accidents and make your climbing adventure safe.
Chris Chew asked:
The Thai resort island Koh Samui is the second largest island in Thailand after the famous James Bond island of Phuket. The island is roughly circular in shape and is located just off the east coast of the Kra Isthmus which is near the mainland town of Surat Thani and it is also one of the most popular tourist attraction in the Kingdom of Thailand.
Koh Samui has a land mass of almost 230 sq km ( about 90 sq mile) with a population of about 50,000 people (2007). The main island is surrounded by about 60 other smaller islands. The central part of Koh Samui is almost uninhabited and is dominated by a mountain jungle with Mount Khao Pom as its highest peak at 635m (about 2100ft). The island’s lowland areas are inter-connected together with just one single road that weaves the circumference of the island.
Historians estimated that the island started to see its first inhabitants in about 1500 years ago. The early settlers were probably fishermen from Malaysia and Southern China. The island even appears on the Chinese Ming Dynasty maps way back in 1687. No one knows for sure how Koh Samui got its name. Some speculated that it was derived from a native Mui tree while others think that it is a hybrid of the Chinese word “saboey”, which means “safe haven”.
Situated on the southwestern coast of the island is Nathon, the ancient capital of Koh Samui. This area is a still major fishing port and also an inter-island transportation hub today. Koh Samui was an isolated self-sufficient community until as late as the 20th century as it had little contact with mainland Thailand back then. The island did not even have a road until one was built in the early 1970s.
Today, the island of Koh Samui is one of the most popular tourist attraction in Thailand and it even have its own international airport, called Samui Airport. Bangkok Airways have flights to and from Samui every day. Samui Airport also receives flights from Bangkok and other major cities in South East Asia.
Samui island’s economy used to be based on subsistence agriculture and fishing, however, from the 1980s, the tourism industry grew by leaps and bounds and is now Koh Samui’s main source of income.
Being an island, Koh Samui’s main tourist attractions are naturally its white beautiful beaches and beach resorts. Tourists can find stretches of beaches and accommodations along the beaches of Chaweng, Lamai, Maenam, Bophut, Bangrak, Choeng MoN, Ao Tong Takian and Nathon with Chaweng and Lamai beaches being the most popular but crowded. For tourists who prefer a quiet beach for relaxation, then check out Maenam beach.
Another popular attraction in Koh Samui is a 12 metre (35 ft) tall statue of the Buddha, affectionately called “Big Buddha”. This statue is located at the top of a ceremonial dragon-steps at the temple of Wat Phra Yai. Koh Samui and is also home to quite a few other impressive temples such as the Wat Khunaram. Wat Khunaram is where the mummified body of Loung Pordaeng, a monk who died in a meditating lotus position is on display.
A sightseeing trip to see Papa and Mama rock at the south of Lamai beach can be very hilarious due to the rocks’ hilarious resemblances to the male and female sexual genitals.
To the more adventurous tourists, the jungle mountain in the interior of the island is a good camping ground for jungle trekking. This area is also home to a number of beautiful gardens, waterfalls at Na Muang and rubber plantations.
Animal lovers can also visit Koh Samui’s numerous animal attractions such as the crocodile farm, the monkey theatre, take elephant rides, a snake farm, a marine aquarium and a butterfly garden.
Most tourists to Koh Samui will make a day trip to the awe inspiring Ang Thong National Marine Park. The best time to visit Koh Samui is in summer (Feb-Apr). With such interesting landscape and attractions, no wonder this island is drawing tourist from around the world all year long.
