Learn the basics of top rope belaying, including gear, setup, safety checks and procedures, plus the PBUS method and how to lower a climber.

Belaying is a critical part of climbing safety. Correct belaying methods allow a belayer to hold the entire weight of the climber with relatively little force and easily arrest falls.

Aug 7, 2025 · In order to belay safely, learn how to setup your belay device and practice the PBUS (Pull, Brake, Under, Slide) system. We'll cover how to set up your belay device and …

Jun 19, 2023 · Discover the basic principles of belaying, and how they can be applied to top-rope belaying and to skilled lead belaying—including catching lead falls. Climbers spend half of …

Dec 23, 2025 · Belaying itself is relatively simple provided one is always paying attention to your climbing partner. The end of the rope which passes through the top-rope anchor and goes …

One of the first skills you need to master once you start climbing is how to belay. In this REI Expert Advice video, we show you how to prepare to belay, perform a safety check, belay with...

Jun 26, 2023 · Belaying, in essence, is a sophisticated method of controlling a rope to ensure a climber's safety. This technique is the cornerstone of secure climbing, whether indoors on a …

Mar 16, 2022 · Belaying may be the most critical skill you need to participate in the sport of rock climbing safely. “To belay” is a term with nautical origins that involves securing a rope around …

An in depth step by step guide on how to belay plus information and explanations to answer the question of what is belaying?

Jul 9, 2025 · Belaying is a fundamental skill in climbing that ensures the safety of the climber by managing the rope and preventing falls. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced …