4/8/2024 0 Comments Photos of amy freeze![]() ![]() The climb has several sections that are rated “D” on the Austrian via ferrata rating scale. The Donnerkogel via ferrata is on the more demanding side. © UIAA – International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation They can still be both physically and mentally demanding. For now, just keep in mind that while via ferratas are designed to make the alpine world more accessible – that doesn’t mean they are easy. Like traditional climbing routes, via ferratas come in all different sizes and difficulties (more about that in a second). While you won’t need a lot of gear to safely complete a via ferrata, you will require a good stomach for heights and exposure. “ is a challenge for the mind, but from a climbing point of view, it is actually one of the easier parts of the climb.” – Heli Putz (The dude that designed the Donnerkogel via ferrata, and installed the Sky Ladder) If you are like Quin and I, and you show up to the area without any technical equipment you can rent a via ferrata kit (helmet, harness, and via ferrata set) from Laserer Alpin for around $20US a day – which is what we did. It’s not worth it! Renting Gear For Your Via Ferrata Climb So please don’t attempt to jerry-rig a Ferrata Set with standard rock climbing slings and carabiners. Obviously, that could have some pretty bleak consequences. Without a proper braking device the carabiners, or in the worst-case scenario, even the rope segments to break in the case of a fall. A Ferrata Set is a purpose-made lanyard that consists of two short lengths of rope, two carabiners, and a braking device. ![]()
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