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Chalk Bag

Definition of Climbing Equipment Word

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A climber wears chalk bag on Sphinx Crack.

Stewart M. Green

Chalk Bag

A small stuff sack with a drawstring enclosure at its top for carrying powdered gymnastic chalk to alleviate sweaty hands. The bag is attached to either a climber’s harness with a carabiner or is worn on a separate nylon belt or cord, which allows the climber to move the bag from one side of his body to the other to facilitate putting his hand in it.

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