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Rappelling / Abseiling

- Tie ends at the end of your rope.  Many climbers have been lost due to this simple mistake.
- Learn how to rappel simultaneously with your partner.  This is actually a very simple process and is safe presuming you can trust your partner.  There are no 'walk-offs' in El Potrero Chico.  Rappelling one at a time takes hours.  Simul-Rapping is over twice as fast.
- Read route descriptions in detail.  Many routes have long traverses which require you to top out after passing that pitch (and rappel another line).

Climbing

-The rock of El Potrero Chico is limestone.  Most climbs are juggy allowing you to climb in semi-wet conditions.
-Rock fall is a real concern at El Potrero Chico but is not a problem if you are careful, stay on the route and wear a helmet!
-Most rock fall occurs when somebody goes off route to try to make a climb easier.
-Remember tap rocks and listen for the 'hollow' sound.

Locals

-Rock climbers and locals have very good relations.  Lets keep it that way.
-Magic Ed, Tami and Dane Bass (all Gringos) are good people to ask for beta, guidebooks and restaurant recommendations.  You will run into them on your visit.
-El Potrero Chico is a relaxing and party spot for the local Mexican communities.  On many levels this adds to the environment.  The locals are very friendly and normally speak enough English to be social. 
-There are no 'baggers' in El Potrero Chico.  The kids occasionally want a biner for their collection.