Hi
Was hoping someone could explain something for me please
Yesterday I went on a day climbing trip with falkirk outdoors.wWe climbed a snow gully on the cobbler
I can't quite get my head round how the climbing system worked.
The instructor went off first and attached himself to a rock. Then there was 3 others (including me) below him. We all climbed together keeping a few metres of rope between us. I'm sure the instructor said that if one of us fell we wouldn't all fall - how can that be if we were all on the same rope? What technique is this called?
Also, I loved the day I had out and I want to do more of it. The trouble is I don't know what I'm doing so I'd need to go with more experienced folk. How do you get into winter climbing? Is joining a club really the only option?
Thanks v much in advance!