rock climber![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Person who climbs natural rock faces or artificial climbing structures.
rock ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Steep rock face ascended by rock climbers.
quickdraw ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Piece of safety equipment that consists of a runner used to keep the rope away from the rock face so it can slide freely and is not worn away by rubbing.
belay rope ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Rope that secures the climber in the event of a fall to ensure a safe climb up the rock face.
climbing shoe ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Soft shoe with an adherent sole.
seat harness ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Accessory connected to the rope that consists of a number of straps to support the climber’s thighs and pelvis.
runner ![click to hear](/images/speaker.jpg)
Piece of equipment made up of two carabiners connected together by a nylon loop of variable length.