Carefull breathing is part of the game when hooking. The CLIFF HANGER is the mainstay of your hook assortment and 2-3 should be carried. The 1 1/4" reach places well on thin edges & low angle rugosities and the two point base increases stability. Practice low to the ground or on top rope while you develop a feel for hooking and also explore what's possible. Get an extra CLIFF HANGER and file it to a point to use on small divots or "enhanced" placements. Can be also used in lieu of a "resting" fifi hook. Equip with 24" of 9/16" tubular web or ask us to add a deluxe Ultratape LOOP SLING (stronger, can't untie). Made in USA