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I could see a lot of people on HN enjoying rock climbing. Each route you climb is essentially a puzzle to solve. It's very easy to get started and you can eithe
by alexandersingh 10y ago
I could see a lot of people on HN enjoying rock climbing. Each route you climb is essentially a puzzle to solve. It's very easy to get started and you can either do it on your own if you stick to bouldering, or you can top rope or lead with a partner.
You can choose how deep down the rabbit hole you want to fall, as it can get highly technical and it's also a great opportunity to go climb outdoors on weekends.
Another striking contrast I've found in rock gyms is that there's a greater sense of community and camaraderie. I've had strangers point out where I was going wrong on a particular route, advise me on my technique, and let me borrow chalk/tape when I was out.
- hifumi 10y ago> I could see a lot of people on HN enjoying rock climbing. Each route you climb is essentially a puzzle to solve. That must be why I love climbing so much. It requires such focus and determination, and there's an immediate sense of progression that isn't seen with weight-lifting. When I got home from college there wasn't a rock climbing wall near me and I don't live near mountains. So I started climbing concrete structures in the city parks. It eventually turned into a game about movement and finding the fastest route. Then I learned it was already a sport called Parkour.
- nlawalker 10y agoOne thing I've come to love about it is that it's engrossing. I'd like my exercise to be something that gets my mind off of work and other responsibilities, and activities like running do the opposite for me. Rock climbing absorbs your attention and helps you forget about everything else for a while.
- alanwatts 10y agoRock climbing is also a great way to stretch out your body after sitting in a chair for ~8 hours a day. It's like a form of Yoga but much more fun and exhilarating.