Public Transit - Tips for Boulderers
Public transit as a boulderer can seem cumbersome, but with some smart planning, it’s pretty easy. I hope the following tips inspire you to give it a try.
Bouldering Essentials
This is my standard kit for a day of bouldering using public transit. It’s not that different from my kit if I were still driving to the boulders.
Climbing shoes. Usually, I bring a single pair that is specific to the boulder I’m trying. Sometimes, I bring a second pair to have the option of a different style.
Chalk Pot, Brush, & Tape (in side pocket). I personally use Friction Labs.
iPhone Camera Tripod. This one is light and flexible.
Theraband. Essential for my warm-up.
Skin care kit.
USB battery pack + cable.
Wallet.
Salomon Soft Flask XA Filter 490ML/16OZ 42. A great addition to the kit. This allows me to hydrate directly from the stream when my water bottle runs dry. I use it quite often, especially in the warmer months.
Snacks. I always bring roughly a 1000 calories to the boulders. This ensures I never go hungry if the session ends up being much longer than planned.
Water bottle.
Headlamp.
Portable hangboard. I bring this when needed for warming up the fingers. But it comes with me most of the time.
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Pre-Climbing Meal. Either at home or on the train, I eat a full meal. I usually carry that onto the train and eat it immediately.
Makita Fan. If the specific boulder/conditions require it, I stuff the fan into one of the boulder pads.