Bad Belay as Coach Nearly Kills Pro Climber
A 2024 accident left a climber with serious injuries, which she talks about in a new video by Hard is Easy
During a training camp with French coaches in summer 2024, a professional climber was dropped from the top of the wall due to improper use of a GriGri.
The climber suffered several serious injuries including a broken back. A new video from Hard is Easy includes an interview with the climber and a deep dive into how to properly use a GriGri.
This horrible accident could have been prevented. Use this as an opportunity to brush up on your belaying skills – see three tips here.
Gym Climbing Accident
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