Gathering Cheap Materials
- 1). Contact climbing gyms and ask if they have used foot and hand holds. Many climbing gyms routinely move and change the routes and holds, giving you a chance to find used holds for cheap prices. Check on used pulleys or top-rope systems. Do not attempt to buy used ropes, as you do not know the history of the ropes and they may be dangerous.
- 2). Wait until home hardware or supply stores have sales on plywood sheets and crossbeam timber supports. If you have a good relationship with a local hardware and timber store, give them a list of your needs and ask them to contact you if they have sales.
- 3). Salvage timbers from old buildings if you have old barns or outbuildings on your property. Get creative, look for rafters and old barn timbers as they tend to be stout and make good crossbeams and supports for a climbing wall.