I
introduced Fixe Hardware to
the U.S. in 1993. My goal
was to supply anchoring systems
designed specifically for
climbing. As climbers we take
for granted that the bolts
and anchors we clip into will
arrest a fall. Anchors help
dictate the mental and physical
characteristics of a given
route. Whether bolting by
hand, on lead, from the ground
up, or on rappel with a power
drill the anchors we install
help make climbs unique and
memorable.
Before bolting please consider
these questions: Why is there
not already a route in this
location? Will this route
be a quality, independent
line? Please do not bolt cracks!
Unclimbed cracks are very
rare. R.P.’s and Offsets
were designed to protect thin
cracks and they work! Even
though it is to our financial
disadvantage, we would prefer
if more gear was used and
less bolts were placed! When
choosing which hardware to
install the rock characteristics
and weathering elements should
dictate the type and quality.
Kevin Daniels |
