Falling PSA: Keep Rope in Front of You When Climbing

In this video, Matt shows you what can happen when you don't keep your rope in front of you when you're lead climbing. You don't want to fall with your foot behind the rope, or else it might wrap around your ankle and your ankle will catch your fall. Stay safe!

[@Pawn-Sac]

Thanks for sharing. I'm surprised this wasn't covered in my lead test.

[@jauuuult1383]

How did you get your foot loose and what belay moves were needed?

[@pitchsix]

It was very difficult. Pulling on the rope just tightened it over the ankle, increasing the pain. I had to find some holds on the rock and then eventually the quickdraw to pull up on. Avoid at all costs!