The BMC, the British counterpart to USA Climbing, reports that several gyms in England have installed anchor simulators to allow climbers to practice threading lead anchors in a safe environment.
From the BMC article:
To allow this skill to be practiced in safety, the BMC has supplied practice lower-offs to a number of climbing wall’s throughout the country. Each practice station features the two types of lower-off that you are most likely to find at a British sport climbing crag; two bolts linked by chains to a ring, and two rings each on independent bolts.
The BMC has taken a great step towards helping climbers make the transition to outdoor climbing and helping climbing facilities meet the demands of their members.
Read the full article here:
https://www.thebmc.co.uk/practice-lowering-off-a-sport-route-climbing-wall-lower-off
