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Record 1 2015-01-21

English

Subject field(s)
  • Mountain Sports
  • Sports (General)
DEF

... the process of descending a fixed rope in a standing position while facing the ground.

CONT

Deepelling is an adventure that takes you out of your comfort zone. The challenge is to descend a vertical wall, as on a building, by rappelling face-first, like Ethan Hunt in the Mission Impossible movie. Instruction on the ground and experienced trainers make this unique activity safe for all ages.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Sports de montagne
  • Sports (Généralités)
CONT

La décalade consiste à descendre des parois verticales telles que des édifices, ponts, falaises, murs d'écoles, arénas et salles de spectacles, en effectuant une descente face contre terre à la mission impossible.

Spanish

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