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Rock-climbing equipment varies with the specific type of climbing that is undertaken. Bouldering needs the least equipment outside of climbing shoes, climbing chalk and optional crash pads. Sport climbing adds ropes, harnesses, belay devices, and quickdraws to clip into pre-drilled bolts. Traditional climbing adds the need to carry a "rack" of temporary passive and active protection devices. Advances in equipment are a key part of the rock climbing history, starting with the climbing rope. Modern equipment includes dynamic ropes, plyometric training tools, advanced spring-loaded camming devices for protection, and advanced rope control devices such as self-locking devices, progress capture devices, and assisted braking devices. (Full list...)