by STeveA » Fri Dec 29, 2006 9:20 pm
There are 15 routes set so far. We hope to double that number by comp time. The routes will not be classed as beginner, etc, but rather will have points that will reflect the difficulty of the route. All climbs are based on the assumption that climbers have climbing shoes. The club have a varoety of shoes if someone needs to borrow any. Also harnesses are available for free if people need them. If you do not have your own belay device then you will have to use one of the clubs Gri-gris.
There will be some lead routes for the experienced climbers. There will be strict rules and guidelines for belaying and leading on the lead routes. These will be explained at the start of the comp. There will be experienced belayers available if anyone is nervous.
Since there are no climbing stores in Saint John we are not going to be offering a pile of prizes. Instead we will use the entry fee to supply bottled water, gaiteraide, pop and coffee, along with fruit and vegetables, sandwiches and donuts. The first place winners in the beginner, intermediate and expert category will win their entry fee. We will have certificates for 1st, 2nd and 3rd so you will have bragging rights.
All the holds were removed from the wall (about 500 in total) and hand washed by Jon and Peter. They look pretty.
Hope people can make it.
Steve
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