Aid climbing
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Aid climbing is a form of rock climbing that uses mechanical devices and equipment, such as aiders, to assist in generating upward momentum. Aid climbing is contrasted with free climbing, which can us
Aid climber using aiders (or ladders) on an overhanging climbing route
Climber standing in aiders while ascending aid climbing route, The Shield (VI 5.7 A3), on El Capitan
Royal Robbins resting on his aiders during the 3rd pitch of the FA of the Salathé Wall (VI 5.9 C2)
Daisy chain
Free climbing
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Free climbing is a form of rock climbing in which the climber can use rock-climbing equipment for their protection, but not as an artificial aid to help them in ascending a climbing route. Free climbi
Climber free climbing Sugar Cane Country (E4 6a, in the Hebrides) in traditional climbing style (i.e., with climbing protection equipment).
Leading a sport climb
Leading a traditional climb
Free solo climbing