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88088
Mar 21, 2006, 10:49 PM
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Hello,
I go to an indoor rock climbing gym and I see everyone's using "chalk" to help their grip. Will "regular teacher chalk" work? What is the cheapest chalk.......I only climb in my free time, I don't need any fancy stuff. Also, is the chalk the same stuff that the gymnists use? Is that cheaper to get?
Thanks,
Chase
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thomasribiere
Mar 21, 2006, 10:58 PM
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That's a strange question. I would say that all chalks are the same so buy the cheapest. You might fing some colored chalk, some "liquid chalk" (required in some gyms in France), some expensive labeled chalks, but basically chalk is chalk. Chalk for gymnist might be less expensive if you buy large amounts, but that's a supposition.
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grk10vq
Mar 21, 2006, 11:17 PM
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you need to get chalk that will help you think for yourself.
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88088
Mar 21, 2006, 11:44 PM
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Why is everyone busting me.....All I did was ask a simple question.....why did everyone just insult me?
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thomasribiere
Mar 21, 2006, 11:46 PM
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I didn't! :?
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alpine_monk
Mar 21, 2006, 11:48 PM
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ohh yokese can I have some of your chalk?
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88088
Mar 22, 2006, 12:24 AM
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YES I KNOW....! Thank you!
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mtntran
Mar 22, 2006, 12:27 AM
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Climbing chalk is Magnesium Carbonate, which is simply just a dehydrating agent, meaning it'll absorb water, moisture, sweats...
Chalk that you see in gymnastics and weight gyms is Calcium Carbonate, which serves the same function.
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mtntran
Mar 22, 2006, 12:29 AM
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oh...also,
I do believe "teacher's chalk" is also calcium carbonate, which I'd assume would also work, but ofcourse you'd have to grind them up into powder to use.
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roshiaitareya
Mar 22, 2006, 12:53 AM
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Whatever kind you use, make sure you get organic chalk. Keep it pure, keep it real.
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yokese
Mar 22, 2006, 1:34 AM
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Well, now seriously: "climbing chalk" is magnesium carbonate (with more or less additives) and is exactly the same stuff used in gymnastics and weight-lifting. Blackboard chalk is calcium carbonate (or calcium sulfate dihydrate) and no, it doesn't absorb the moisture as magnesium carbonate does.
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taller_climber_dude
Mar 22, 2006, 1:36 AM
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yeah make sure its organic chalk because you can eat it. only organic
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tnwagener
Mar 22, 2006, 5:11 AM
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You can buy the chalk in Block form, loose form, or now becoming more popular is bag form (ecco ball, etc.) they all work the same just in different ways. Blocks are for people who like to work it in their hands more, loose is more for dipping your hands into to help dry them and the Ecco ball style is a closed bag or ball with chalk in it. More gyms are starting to require the Ecco balls because the chalk is enclosed and there is less chance of spilling your chalk. Check with your local gym on their requirements and they may even sell it. Otherwise look for magnesium carbonate. it is usually sold on eBay fairly inexpensively $2-$5 plus shipping depending on the amount you buy and what form it is in. if you buy loose or block chalk you will also need a chalk bag to hold it $10-$15. Try your local Gym or Shops first because it is always better to support the local places as they are the backbone of our towns. They make it all possible. plus you may make friends and find people to climb with.
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iconaddict
Mar 22, 2006, 5:52 AM
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T0
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T 0
I agree
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goob3r
Mar 22, 2006, 12:16 PM
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Magnesium Carbonate is Magnesium Carbonate. Buy block chalk for a buck and have fun.
Everyone's insulting you because, as pretentious as it is..
YOU'RE A STUPID N00B.
http://www.linuks.mine.nu/stfu-noob.jpg
It's nothing personal, it's just something we cream our pants doing.
Enjoy the Forums NOOB.
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tnwagener
Mar 22, 2006, 1:58 PM
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OK guys, This is supposed to be something where we help new climbers learn the ins and the out of climbing without making some of the same mistakes we might have when we started. We should be supportive and help each other out. Not resort to name calling. they are not stupid because they don't know, that is why they are here. In the beginners forum, TO LEARN. If we treat others like that they will get discouraged and then they will quit and then there will be no future left. remember when you were a Noob? you probably asked the same questions. so lets all try to be civilized.
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jammer
Mar 22, 2006, 2:22 PM
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Unless you have very sweaty hands or the route is wet, it is totally a head game. Almost like Linus's blanket. Climbing chalk is for the more insecure climbers. I've watched so many climbers dipping in to their chalk bags as a habit. Some even dip two or three times before even moving an inch. I've only used my chalk a couple of times over the years. Over-rated.
jammer
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aaronbr86
Mar 22, 2006, 2:31 PM
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In reply to: You can buy the chalk in Block form, loose form, or now becoming more popular is bag form (ecco ball, etc.) they all work the same just in different ways. Blocks are for people who like to work it in their hands more, loose is more for dipping your hands into to help dry them and the Ecco ball style is a closed bag or ball with chalk in it. More gyms are starting to require the Ecco balls because the chalk is enclosed and there is less chance of spilling your chalk. Check with your local gym on their requirements and they may even sell it. Otherwise look for magnesium carbonate. it is usually sold on eBay fairly inexpensively $2-$5 plus shipping depending on the amount you buy and what form it is in. if you buy loose or block chalk you will also need a chalk bag to hold it $10-$15. Try your local Gym or Shops first because it is always better to support the local places as they are the backbone of our towns. They make it all possible. plus you may make friends and find people to climb with.
http://www.stfu-noob.com/...6_sign.highlight.jpg
I think you have a few things confused there. If are buying an eco-ball you arent buying chalk. It is a chalk alternative and is a drying agent in a ball. What you are thinking about is a refillable chalk ball.
-Aaron
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rockguide
Mar 22, 2006, 2:32 PM
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In reply to: Why is everyone busting me.....All I did was ask a simple question.....why did everyone just insult me?
Because you asked a question that could have been answered by:
1) going to google
2) typing climbers chalk
3) clicking any early entry
4) reading for your self
If you want a little more abuse, then ask what a good rock shoe is. Or who are the famous climbers.
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tnwagener
Mar 22, 2006, 2:37 PM
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Yes, I've never used an ecco ball myself as I have a refillable but use the term for both as the local gym prefers ecco balls as that is what the owner used but he still allows refillable chalk balls. I never actually looked at what is used in one of those so now i will have to do some research.
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olderic
Mar 22, 2006, 3:43 PM
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In reply to: In reply to: Why is everyone busting me.....All I did was ask a simple question.....why did everyone just insult me? Because you asked a question that could have been answered by: 1) going to google 2) typing climbers chalk 3) clicking any early entry 4) reading for your self If you want a little more abuse, then ask what a good rock shoe is. Or who are the famous climbers.
If the average rc.comer did as you suggested it would eliminate 90+% of the posts, probably 99% of the useless posts and rc.com could be a usefull place to hang out. Oh what a wonderful world that would be. But first the average rc.comer would have to have a measurable IQ.
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bill413
Mar 22, 2006, 3:52 PM
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In reply to: Unless you have very sweaty hands or the route is wet, it is totally a head game. Almost like Linus's blanket. Climbing chalk is for the more insecure climbers. I've watched so many climbers dipping in to their chalk bags as a habit. Some even dip two or three times before even moving an inch. I've only used my chalk a couple of times over the years. Over-rated. jammer |
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