The technique of outdoor rivers requires mastery of sports skills

People who do not understand may think that upstream is a very simple exercise, but in reality this is not the case. In addition to the basic mountaineering skills, upstream also requires the mastery of technologies such as climbing waterfalls. Therefore, from a technical point of view, upstream is more than climbing. For complexity, more demanding. The techniques of rivers can be roughly divided into the following: the interpretation of river maps, mountaineering techniques, and techniques with upstream characteristics, namely, rock stack crossing, traverse, wading swimming, waterfall climbing, and crawling.

The basics of climbing technology are three-point climbing

That is, the three points in the limbs are fixed during climbing, keeping the body in balance and the other point moving upwards. First of all, we should learn to correctly use the climbing protection equipment, including seat belts, safety helmets, iron locks, descenders, and risers, and then follow the order along the artificial ladder to wait and wait. The protection coach will do the rope protection at the falling position, and Reconfirm before you can drop. During the descent, pay attention to the impact of rocks, cracks, steep slopes, and currents. After mastering the descending technical movements, choose suitable footing to do the jumping action. When the waterfall is close to the bottom, unlock the protective ropes. Jump into the lake and fully experience the fun of the canyoning.

Upstream map

An up-stream map is a simple and straightforward map of the characteristics of a canyon stream. It is one of the items that must be prepared before the trip. Upstream maps are generally 1:50000 topographic maps that are sufficient to show major topographical features such as rock piles, waterfalls, and deep pools. The main terrains depicted on the map are: rocky heaps, cliffs, waterfalls, deep pools, and other topographic features, as well as the confluence and diversion points of the land-marked streams.

Rock stack crossing

That is, the three points in the limbs are fixed during climbing, keeping the body in balance and the other point moving upwards. First of all, we should learn to correctly use the climbing protection equipment, including seat belts, safety helmets, iron locks, descenders, and risers, and then follow the order along the artificial ladder to wait and wait. The protection coach will do the rope protection at the falling position, and Reconfirm before you can drop. During the descent, pay attention to the impact of rocks, cracks, steep slopes, and currents. After mastering the descending technical movements, choose suitable footing to do the jumping action. When the waterfall is close to the bottom, unlock the protective ropes. Jump into the lake and fully experience the fun of the canyoning.

Traverse

To stop the road from the deep pool under the rock wall waterfall, you can try to move forward by the rock roots on both sides of the rock wall. The wet and slippery fulcrum of rock is not easy to grasp, and care must be taken when traversing. Sometimes the fulcrum is hidden in the water. At this time, it is detected and moved with the foot. If it is particularly difficult, it is simpler to wading or swimming.

Wet water

In the upstream process, wet water should be avoided as much as possible. In general, the canyons are often cool and damp. After the wet water, the bottom of the shoes is not easy to dry and is prone to fatigue. The feet are prone to blisters in the water for a long time. Therefore, we must not use wet water as the basic tip of the river.

Wading swimming

When wading or swimming, it is necessary to clearly determine the urgency and depth of the water flow, whether there is an undercurrent, and if necessary, with the help of rope protection technology. In the upstream process, ropes are often used to cross rivers and involve a series of rope nets and rope bridge technologies, which are not described in detail here.

Climbing the waterfall

This is the most stimulating and difficult technique in the upstream process. Before climbing, you must observe the good route in advance and remember the fulcrum. Do not fully consider the solution to the dilemma. The main body of the waterfall is in a rush, but there are few mosses and sometimes it is easy to climb. Even though the waterfall climb is stimulating, it is difficult, and the experience and technical requirements are high. There is no skilled technical experience or beginners should not make such attempts.

Crawling high winding

When encountering waterfall cliffs and other methods cannot be achieved, consider crawling and winding high. That is, from the gently sloped side of the mountain, you must be careful to get lost in the jungle while you are high, and avoid too far from the original route, and confirm the original stream.