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Physics of Climbing: Friction
I like to imagine that when salamanders, lizards, flies, and other creepy crawlers scale vertical surfaces, they use imperceptible holds to maneuver. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Instead, these animals rely on a force called friction. This blog post—the second in our series on physics and climbing—explores two key questions: What is friction, and how […]
Travel Insurance for Climbing
There is a degree of risk when participating in an outdoor sport, including climbing. But the risk can be mitigated through insurance. Insurance companies typically offer a base Emergency Medical travel insurance plan with an option to add coverage for partaking in a climbing activity. As it can be confusing to navigate the different travel […]
Climb Onsight Attends Michigan Ice Fest
On a mild day in the year of February 2024, I traveled to Munising, Michigan to conquer the ice. Around one thousand people traveled to the Michigan Ice Festival to partake in ice climbing, meet fellow climbers, reconnect with friends, and be awed by the big names in the industry. I loaded my car, […]
Physics of Climbing: Gravity
Disclaimer: I am not a physicist. We had the option in high school to take either physics, biology, or chemistry. I chose biology. Oh well. The advice in this blog series is based on research. If I have made a mistake or if you like the content, please send me any feedback to srosenthal@climbonsight.ca. Elizabeth […]
