Just a few thoughts
Routesetters, we’ve got you this week. A podcast, a webinar, some tips, some inspiration. And also – thank you setters, you voted and the results are in – Grip List Awards were just announced! A few new awards plus some year-after-year favorites. Beyond the setting stuff some interesting data and analysis from UK and France, a discussion of a new FTC rule, and a salute to the godfather of US crag access.
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- Podcast: Ben Mayforth – Growth Mindset (Alex Honnold, Climbing Gold)
- Podcast: Brady Robinson on Climbing, Advocacy, and the legacy of Armando Menocal (The RunOut)
- 9 Things Everyone Should Know About Route Development (Matt Samet, Outside)
- Longtime California Climber Arrested on Rape Charges (Steven Potter, Outside)
Comp Scene
- Nov 3-23: Neom IFSC Masters 2024 (IFSC)
- Videos: Neom IFSC Masters 2024 Livestreams (IFSC)
- Jakob Schubert and Jessy Pilz Win Multi-Pitch Speed Comp (Aaron Pardy, Gripped)
- USA Climbing Partners with Momentum for National Training Center (CBJ)
For Routesetters
- Nov 12: Getting Hired to Aging Out -How Long Can You Turn That Wrench? (Vortex Routesetting, CBJ)
- Podcast: What Is a “Chaos Bomb”? – Annabelle Spingler (Holly Chen, CBJ)
- 2024 Grip List Awards (CBJ)
- Simpl x WideBoyz Cracks are here with Bold Climbing (CBJ)
- Video: Setting Aesthetic Boulders (Impact Route Setting)
- Video: Setter Session feat. Xiao Xiang (Kilter Grips)
For Managers
- Jan 27-28: Certification Summit in Dallas (CWA)
- Will the Federal Trade Commission’s New “Click to Cancel” Rule Impact Your Climbing Gym? (Jason Schmidt, Rise Above Consulting)
European Industry Scene
- Nov 22-23: Vertical Pro – Halls & Walls (Vertical Pro)
- Your Climbing Counts – Survey Results (BMC)
- What future for climbing gyms in France? (Laurence Guyon, La Fabrique Verticale)
- Gregoire de Belmont says he is ready to “consolidate the market in France”(Laurence Guyon, La Fabrique Verticale)
Training Tips
- Video: Training During your Cycle – Katrina Wong (The Climbing Doctor)
- Building Mental Toughness – Tips for Climbers (Butora)
- How To Warm-Up Your Fingers – A Growing Case Study On Physical Preparation and Managing Fatigue Before You Climb (Collin McGee, Camp 4 Human Performance)
- Podcast: Can’t Stop Won’t Stop (Circle Up with Allison and Kyra)
