Gaston (climbing)
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In climbing
, "to gaston" refers to a technique involving pulling to the side with the elbow pointed outwards and the thumb pointed down. It can be visualised as being similar to the motion involved if one were to pull open a closed elevator door. The technique can be used with one hand, or with both hands simultaneously with the back of the hands facing each other.
The technique is named after Gaston Rébuffat
, a famous French alpinist
.
Climbing
Climbing is the activity of using one's hands and feet to ascend a steep object. It is done both for recreation and professionally, as part of activities such as maintenance of a structure, or military operations.Climbing activities include:* Bouldering: Ascending boulders or small...
, "to gaston" refers to a technique involving pulling to the side with the elbow pointed outwards and the thumb pointed down. It can be visualised as being similar to the motion involved if one were to pull open a closed elevator door. The technique can be used with one hand, or with both hands simultaneously with the back of the hands facing each other.
The technique is named after Gaston Rébuffat
Gaston Rébuffat
Gaston Rébuffat was a well-known French alpinist and mountain guide. The climbing technique, to gaston, was named after him. He was a recipient of France's prestigious Chevalier de la Légion d'Honneur in 1984....
, a famous French alpinist
Alpinist
Alpinist is a quarterly American magazine focused on mountaineering ascents worldwide. It was originally published out of Jackson, Wyoming and was founded in 2002...
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