After checking harnesses, the climber will want to properly tie in to his or her harness. The figure eight knot is the most commonly accepted way to tie into a climbing rope. See instructions in the video above. For another view, see our additional video, "Gym Top Rope Climbing: How to Tie into your Harness”.

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Please remember, climbing is inherently dangerous. Climb at your own risk.