An edge is a handhold or foothold on a climbing route that is a small, sharp ledge on a rock face. This narrow ledge or shelf ranges in thickness from the width of a dime to three or so inches wide. The bigger and wider an edge is, the easier it is to use as a hold.

A climber uses an edge on a rock face as a fooAn edge is a handhold or foothold on a climbing route that is a small, sharp ledge on a rock face. This narrow ledge or shelf ranges in thickness from the width of a dime to three or so inches wide. The bigger and wider an edge is, the easier it is to use as a hold.

A climber uses an edge on a rock face as a foothold when he stands on it with his rock shoes. This foot technique is called edging; it usually requires a stiff rock shoe to support the climber's weight, depending on the width and size of the

A climber can also use an edge as a handhold by using crimping techniques or grabbing the hold with an open hand grip. Edges form most of the handholds found on climbing routes.

thold when he stands on it with his rock shoes. This foot technique is called edging; it usually requires a stiff rock shoe to support the climber's weight, depending on the width and size of the edge.

A climber can also use an edge as a handhold by using crimping techniques or grabbing the hold with an open hand grip. Edges form most of the handholds found on climbing routes.