I was browsing REI.com for deals last night and started pricing climbing gear. It has been a few months since I have climbed, partially because I have minimal gear (i.e. no rope). I have been playing with the idea of buying gear needed for top roping I would like to watch someone set top roping anchors before I do it myself. I own shoes, a harness, and chalk. So the following is what I found:
Top Roping
New England Equinox 10.2mm x 60m Dry Rope :: $139
Metolius Ropemaster I Rope Bag :: $35.95
Black Diamond ATC – XP Belay Device :: $23.95
Black Diamond Quicksilver2 Screwgate Carabiner :: 4 x $7.95
Omega Pacific ISO Oval Carabiner :: 4 x $5.75
PMI 7mm Cordelette with Lumi-Line :: $14.90
BlueWater 1” Tubular Webbing – Climb-Spec :: 30 ft x $.32
New England 7mm Accessory Cord – Package of 30 ft. :: $11.95
Total :: $290.15
I would get 15% back as dividend because of my REI Membership and REI Visa. Is there anything I left off the list for a top roping setup?
2 Comments
If you want toprope an area without trees or bolts, you will need a basic trad rack to make your anchor.
and a helmet.