SWLC Climbing 1-6 Practice Test

Where should the hands be placed when climbing towers with step bolts?

Slide the hands on either side of the main member at the corner Grasp the rung above Hands on the top rail Hold the ladder rail

Correct Answer:

Slide the hands on either side of the main member at the corner

Explanation:

When climbing towers with step bolts, keep your hands on either side of the main member at the corner. This grip places your hands close to the strong structure, giving you solid control as you move from step to step and helping you maintain three points of contact with each move. Staying at the corner also lets you feel and react to the next bolt's edge, reducing the risk of slipping or losing balance. Grasping a rung above or placing hands on the top rail or ladder rail shifts your weight away from the main support and can make you more unstable, so those positions are less secure.

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