Cairn Beginner Guide – Start Here
Beginner path for Cairn: controls, stamina, pitons, and route planning basics.
Feb 2, 2026
TL;DR
Start with controls, then learn stamina, pitons, and reading the wall.
Recommended order
- Controls
- Stamina Management
- Piton Placement
- Read the Wall
Next steps
- Help I’m Stuck
- Stamina Pacing
- Piton Budget