Pictures from Sand Rock, Al
Unfortunately Sand Rock is the poster child for bad habits and
bad anchors. Many people who climb there don't know how to properly set up Top
Ropes or extend fixed anchors. Just when you think you have seen it all from
extreme angles, non redundant systems, or blindly trusting sketchy fixed anchors
next to bomber natural or gear protection, there is always another Darwin
Candidate who
amazes me.Below are
some pictures taken at Sand Rock of examples where people should know better.
TR'ing directly through anchors is a selfish, greedy practice that prematurely
wears them out. Furthermore there are several anchors that are starting to
wallow out the sandstone. With all that said, Sand Rock has some awesome climbs
to offer, including TRAD, sport, and bouldering.
I'll
periodically add pictures as I collect them.
(Click on the pictures for larger versions)
