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Understanding Bouldering Climbing Grades: How Difficult is that Route?
For both beginner and seasoned climbers, there is one question that will cross both climbers minds: How difficult is the route? the answer comes in the form of climbing grades, a system that rates the difficulty of a climbing route based on factors such as strength, technique, mental focus, and etc. There isn’t just one perfect climbing grade system used universally, but several grading systems used around the world. How do bouldering routes get their climbing grades? An important point to make is that all climbing grades are subjective. The first climber or routesetter will suggest an appropriate grade based off of various factors. More people will try it and…
2025 IFSC World Cup Quotas: New Era for Qualifying
The International Federation of Sport Climbing (IFSC) announced at the end of 2023 a major overhaul of the qualification system for the 2025 Climbing World Cup season. The new 2025 IFSC World Cup quotas is set to have a significant…
2024 IFSC European Championships Bouldering: France’s Avezou and Meignan Take Gold
On August 30th, the village of Villars in Switzerland hosted many talented and exceptional professional climbers for the 2024 IFSC European Championships bouldering competition. After an intense speed competition yesterday, the crowd was excited to see some more climbing as…
Fossali and Kalucka Triumph at 2024 IFSC European Championships: Speed Climbing
On August 29th, European's best speed climbers came together to compete at the 2024 IFSC European Championships in speed climbing. The beautiful village of Villars in Switzerland hosted this years event with thousands of people coming out to cheer on…
The Essential Role of Climbing Tape in a Climber’s Toolkit
Climbers are known for their resilience, strength, and technique. Yet, even the most skilled climbers rely on various tools and equipment to enhance their performance and ensure safety on the wall. One such indispensable tool is climbing tape. Often seen…