beta n.— «Stripping his suit to reveal a pair of bright green lycra tights, the Manhattan businessman lifts himself up on to the east face of the rock to demonstrate “the beta”—that’s climbese for the ability to flawlessly...
beta n. in the sport of rock climbing, advice or instruction on the best way to climb a geographic feature. Etymological Note: The term is said to be derived from Betamax, the first popular format for recording video. (source: Double-Tongued...
hangdogging n.— «Hangdogging: Dangling from a rope after a fall.» —“Why indoor rock climbing is the height of fashion” by Sharon Doyle Driedger Maclean’s (Can.) Sept. 18, 1995. (source: Double-Tongued...
pulling the plastic n.— «Pulling the plastic: Indoor wall climbing.» —“Why indoor rock climbing is the height of fashion” by Sharon Doyle Driedger Maclean’s (Can.) Sept. 18, 1995. (source: Double-Tongued...
redpoint n.— «Redpoint: A personal accomplishment—climbing a difficult route without falling, after one or more unsuccessful attempts.» —“Why indoor rock climbing is the height of fashion” by Sharon Doyle...
bucket n.— «Bucket: A very large handhold, or rock outcropping. Also known as a jug.» —“Why indoor rock climbing is the height of fashion” by Sharon Doyle Driedger Maclean’s (Can.) Sept. 18, 1995. (source:...