On-sight

In lead climbing and sports climbing, "on-sight" refers to successfully climbing a route on the first attempt without prior practice or knowledge of the route. The climber only relies on visual inspection from the ground and any information provided in the route description. No falls or rests on the rope are allowed. This approach emphasizes pure skill and adaptability.

Examples

On-sight: In lead climbing and sports climbing, on-sight refers to a climber successfully completing a route on their first attempt without any prior information or practice on that specific route. They do not fall or rest on the rope, relying solely on their skill and judgment to navigate the climb.