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climbing community dynamics
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United States
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Emphasis on individual achievements and competition in climbing communities, with a focus on personal records and rankings.
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2
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climbing ethics
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United States
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Emphasis on Leave No Trace principles and minimizing environmental impact
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3
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climbing ethics
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United States
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Focus on safety and personal responsibility while climbing
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4
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climbing grade system
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United States
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Utilizes the Yosemite Decimal System which rates difficulty by classifying routes from 5.0 (easiest) to 5.15 (most difficult)
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5
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climbing grade system
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United States
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Involves grading based on technical difficulty, exposure, and commitment of the climb
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6
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climbing grade system
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United States
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Incorporates a focus on sustained difficulty and overall physical and mental challenge of the climb
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7
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climbing partnerships
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United States
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Climbing partnerships are often based on trust and communication between the climbers.
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8
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climbing partnerships
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United States
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In Canada and the United States, climbing partnerships may focus on the thrill of adventure and conquering new routes together.
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