Can You Build Your Own Climbing Wall?
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We recommend to use a minimum thickness of 17 mm plywood for your wall. Structural plywood is best and comes in sheets of 2400 x 1200 mm. TIP: design your wall to utilise full size sheets of plywood and save yourself lots of measuring and cutting!
What kind of wood should I use for an outdoor climbing wall?
18mm Plywood is recommended for most climbing walls – go for one with a smooth hardwood finish, rather than the cheapest available. For outdoor walls we recommend the use of Marine Ply, which is the highest grade. As standard the ply will come in sheets of 2.44m x 1.22m (8′ x 4′).
How tall are climbing gym walls?
Sport climbing walls are the same walls that you would see in a commercial climbing gym. These walls can be as short as 30 feet or they can be as tall as 60 feet and up.
How tall is a MoonBoard?
Minimum Space Requirements
| Freestanding MoonBoard | Mini DIY MoonBoard | |
|---|---|---|
| 40° | 40° | |
| Height (inch) | 11’7” 59/64 | 80″ |
| Width (inch) | 8′ 1/16 | 97″ |
| Depth (inch) | 5’11” 11/32 | 67″ |
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