If you are climbing a trad route and reach a point where you are run-out with only shitty gear options you make a decision. You either climb on or you climb down (or perhaps you scream for a top rope, helicopter, mattress, etc). You might fiddle around for ages before making this call but ultimately those are the options.
When you climb up to a pin or bolt you have exactly the same decision to make. Sure, you might swear a bit and wish it was better but it doesn't change anything. |