deep-water solo

"Deep-water solo" is a thrilling form of rock climbing performed without safety equipment, relying on deep water below to cushion falls.

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Definition

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(technical, sport)Climbing without safety gear over deep water, using the water as a safety measure in case of a fall.

Example

  • She loves the adrenaline rush of deep-water solo, knowing the water below will break her fall.
  • Deep-water solo requires careful planning and an understanding of tides and water depth.

Similar

Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "deep-water solo":

free solodeep wateropen water