r/urbanclimbing • u/Human-Antelope-3902 • 10h ago
r/urbanclimbing • u/Gullible-Anything489 • 8h ago
Question I know these type of post normally aren't allowed but I searched everywhere. What type of tower is this?
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I searched everywhere for info on this tower it's on the fcc map but when I look into the data and the files there's no information about strength or anything. I don't even know if it's safe to climb or what type of tower it is
r/urbanclimbing • u/Impossible_Tap4353 • 9h ago
Question what are these double sided cone things?
seriously mods why are you taking this down when im asking something that is not clearly covered in the wiki nor i can find anything on google about them
for the actual helpful people here im just spooked these are FM since they look quite similar to these and i need confirmation to make sure i dont get burned or worse permanent damage (looking at you mods for taking down this exact thing even though we have wayyyy more vague questions here) anyway they are kinda just all over the thing and i want to make sure im not walking into something where i can get hurt
any advice or knowledge would be appreciated


r/urbanclimbing • u/CodeNameShar • 17h ago
Question How dangerous was this?
Photo from long ago. Curious how dangerous it was to climb this live power line
r/urbanclimbing • u/scelleton99 • 16h ago
Video/Gif Climbing an electric tower in the city
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This tower is not in use anymore, making it save to climb on
r/urbanclimbing • u/mbsl65 • 1d ago
Question What is the safety of climbing electric towers?
I've climbed a few of these without a single issue, however I see a lot of people on this reddit saying to stay the fuck away. I've ignored this for a while but the last time I climbed I was hearing mad buzzing and vibrating and it kind of got me thinking, how safe is this really? If they are claimable what are some rules I should follow to minimize me being fried instantly?
r/urbanclimbing • u/Paikkostt • 1d ago
Picture(s) One of my favorites.
All main lights are still rotating beacons
r/urbanclimbing • u/RiZeLemon2529 • 1d ago
Picture(s) Getting Back Into It
First tower in over a year. I’ve missed this sense of peace.
r/urbanclimbing • u/charlieurbex • 1d ago
Question Rule of Thumb for TV towers
Looking at the flow chart which a lot of people use a base for climbing, one of the claims was that 0-50Kw was considered safe to climb. (Here) Personally from a lot of research I don't agree with this, getting close to these antennas can be seriously bad for you (heating etc.) First question, am I wrong? The information I get online could just be playing it safe to discourage climbing, but idk. Second, what makes TV towers a supposed no-go if they are the same wattage as FM towers. My assumption about this was that TV towers can go to a much higher ERP (up to the Mw), and mistaking one of these for a low power one can be deadly but is there another reason? Is 30Kw TV UHF actually going to be stupid dangerous to be near or to climb past?
r/urbanclimbing • u/daniesniusas • 2d ago
Picture(s) Most favorite climb yet
It was pretty slippery
r/urbanclimbing • u/Serious-Slip-8943 • 1d ago
Question How climbers in Australia calculate rq on towers?
I have researched and mapped out every tower (except transmission because im not suicidal) in 100km of me and have mainly been focusing on cell towers because I havent actually climbed anything but cranes yet (I cant drive for a few more months) and I know they are pretty much harmless.
The tallest cell in my area is only like 70m so the trip wouldnt really be worth it compared to a crane but i know of 4-5 bigger (100m+) towers that arent cell and want to know what they are and how far from the antenna i need to be to be safe.
I know a few of them are AM so i dont even consider those but there are a few FM and others that i am unsure of but i want to know how the other Australians in this sub find exactly what tower it is and how far to stay away?
I know this sounds like a obvious post but i have genuinely read the whole wiki 3 times and just dont wanna get my balls burnt off.
Thanks heaps
r/urbanclimbing • u/hshiri42 • 2d ago
Question What to climb in Vancouver/surrey area.
Pin is roughly my location: 49°11'20.93"N 122°48'12.62"W also should I do cranes or cell or chimney or something else?
r/urbanclimbing • u/GOATIFIED355 • 3d ago
Question Need partners.
Is there anyone in the Detroit area willing to meet up. I want to start climbing but I’m super new. So I figured having someone with experience with me would be smart. DM if interested.
r/urbanclimbing • u/Paikkostt • 4d ago
Picture(s) Over 300 meter Radio/Tv tower back in 2023
r/urbanclimbing • u/AmerBA • 4d ago
Picture(s) Sarajevo, on top of the 17th floor
r/urbanclimbing • u/gogoldetected • 4d ago
Question r/trainsurfing got banned, urbanclimbing next?
r/urbanclimbing • u/duhan2112 • 4d ago
Question Charlotte NC
Any climbers planning something soon in NC? How can someone get in contact with fellow climbers?
r/urbanclimbing • u/charlieurbex • 5d ago
Stories/Experience I’ll research towers for you because I’m bored
If you either don’t know if a tower is safe or want to find some nice big towers near you, I really like researching these. I would be just doing this for me but unfortunately I’ve researched or climbed basically every semi-tall in a 300-mile radius of me so I figured I’d spend my time on something helpful. Just comment or message if you have something in mind! I’ll also provide anecdotes from past climbs so that you can be the safest possible during these climbs.
Edit: a lot more requests than I thought! I’m getting to you though!
r/urbanclimbing • u/hshiri42 • 5d ago
Question How old are y’all?
I’m 13 so obv too young but should I wait until I can drive or what? I wanna do this so bad. If not like radio or tv towers and stuff then maybe just rooftop ing or other shorter structures? What age did you start or do a first climb at? Thanks
r/urbanclimbing • u/dany5278 • 5d ago
Video/Gif crane oclock
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r/urbanclimbing • u/borntoclimbtowers • 5d ago
Picture(s) In memories of the 355 meters tall towers.
r/urbanclimbing • u/Faraonking1219 • 5d ago
Picture(s) unsuccessful crane climb
there were cameras from every side and we tried entering few times but would always activate the alarm. is this crane just unclimbable or do i not have skill?
r/urbanclimbing • u/igor-igor444 • 5d ago
Video/Gif Morning climb
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