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jigs
Aug 17, 2003, 12:21 AM
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I think i will build a home climbing wall in my friend's basement, but I'm not 100% sure how to safetly secure it to the framework. It is going to come out of the wall about 4 ft and be about 8ft high. To connect it to the existing wall should i just bolt the framework of the slanted part to the wall or is there a better way?
What kind of holds should i buy if i have a limited budget? The Morganic holds seem to be pretty inexpensive. Has anyone used them and are they worth buying?
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flyinghatchet
Aug 17, 2003, 2:28 AM
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Moved to Indoor Gyms by flyinghatchet.
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scubaboy26
Aug 17, 2003, 5:11 AM
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I used lagbolts on my wall , work pretty well
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gasdr
Aug 17, 2003, 12:00 PM
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I attached mine to the ceiling joist with three big-ass hinges and placed a two-by-four on each side of the wall as adjustable 'legs' for support. So, now I can angle the wall from about 20 degrees all the way to around 50 degrees. Only disadvantage is that it's a bit intrusive, but I have it on a winch where I can lift it flush with the ceiling.
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bertman
Aug 25, 2003, 4:05 AM
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just make sure you have plenty of support. I'm just finishing my wall, and i'm coming to the problem of not having money for holds. I found a cool way to make really good commercial-quality holds, and i want to sell them in the near future, so if you want some holds for a good price, go ahead and PM me. I can also make custom holds if u want.
As for morganic holds, i got a sample from them, and it seemed decent. They had a nice heavy texture, but the shapes they sent were a little odd. One of them i couldnt really figure out how to use, but i bet they would still be great to keep the route interesting. The material seemed pretty durable, and once again, i liked the texture. Just be forewarned that they fade in the sun and the bolts will rust outside (most bolts will). I also think they have good prices. When I get money, i'll probably but a few from them.
If, however, you want a good variety, and a cheaper alternative, just drop me a pm and i can make you some for a good price.
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