climbing gear question

[huskykid141]

Does anyone know if the spur climbing kit from baileys for around $350 is any good? Was looking into getting some stuff for climbing. always wanted to try it.

 

[oldirty]

if you are rec climbing leave the spikes back at the house. rope saddle and frictionsaver's for rec climbing.

the idea of a rec climb is to leave the tree the way you found it.

 

[kennertree]

Before you climb anything read some books and try to get some instruction from someone who has expirience. It can save your life.

 

[oldirty]

Before you climb anything read some books and try to get some instruction from someone who has expirience. It can save your life.

yes, this as well.


i just took a look at that setup. no rope? that steelcore would be frowned upon for rec climbs. and the saddle i wouldnt wear but i have been using a "good" one since i started climbing so i'd personally turn my nose up to it.


good luck with the search.

 

[318firebug49]

Might even try getting with some of your local climbers and see if they will give you a few pointers and/or climb with you. Just started climbing myself a year or so ago. I really enjoy both aspects of it, talk about one heck of a workout- really made me have alot of respect for the guys that climb and make it look so easy. As far as the kits, might also look at Wespur.com - they have pretty good prices too. I pieced my gear together- found that it fit my budget better and made me learn my gear a little at a time. Get "The Tree Climbers Companion" by Jeff Jepson- 2nd edition before doing anything else- makes for some good reading and will give you an idea of the initial gear to buy and a system to use before ever climbing. One other thing- when you do finally get a saddle- go with a wide back and light weight- will make a night and day difference in your climbing comfort..... we don't have many tree climbers around here that I am aware of -most of the arborist in the area ride buckets- my climbing help has been from a close friend that is a utility lineman for the local electric company

 

[huskykid141]

thanks everyone i will continue to look around. I will definatly get some books before i go climbing too.

 

[rmihalek]

Hey Husky kid,

Keep an eye on the site and the next time there's a rec climb please join us and you'll learn from the best!

Cheers.

Bob

 

[Ted-RI]

Hey Husky kid,
I see you picked a pretty smart place to live. I like to get out and rec climb whenever possible, maybe you could come along some time. Check your pm.