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Climbing

Climbing in Western North Carolina

Before You Go

Western North Carolina has many different types of climbing. Since every route is different the equipment you take will depend on the route. There is no miracle rack. Here is a list of suggested equipment.

Before You Go

Climbing Links

Standard Free Climbing Rack

Set of brass micro nuts
Set of wired nuts
Two sets of small camming units to ½ inch
Two sets of large camming units ½ to 4 inch
Full-length runners (24inch)
8-12 quickdraws
Nut tool
Locking carabiners

Standard North Carolina Aid-Climbing Rack

All of the above equipment
4-6 Lost Arrows
3-8 Knifeblades
2-6 Angles
Straight heads
Circleheads
Beaks
Hooks

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