Class 3 and Class 4 Climbing: 5 Tips for Those New to Alpine Scrambling

If you are wanting to move from class 1 and class 2 alpine hikes, like those found on many 14ers, and move on to class 3 and class 4 climbing, you may need to make some adjustments to your preparation, focus, equipment, and movement. This video walks you through 5 foundational tips for climbing 14ers, 13ers, and other alpine peaks.

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0:00 Intro
0:07 Bumper
0:25 Moving from Class 1 and 2 to Class 3 and 4
0:50 Route Planning
2:03 Route Finding
2:44 Mitigating Rock Fall Risk
4:46 Boots, Shoes, and Traction
6:04 Movement over Scrambling Terrain
6:37 Outro

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You can find the specific gear I am using in the video by following:
La Sportiva Boulder X shoe
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Women's: https://bit.ly/38EKbJ1

Mammut Wall Rider helmet:
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Black Diamond Equipment Vapor helmet:
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A special thanks to Marisa Jarae for cinematography in this video: scenes that include me in the frame while in the Himalaya.

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