CBJ hosts the most active job board for climbing businesses and organizations. Below are the latest posts from this past week…Rec and Comp Team CoachRoutesetterPortland Rock Gym
Portland/Beaverton, OR
“As a PRG Team Coach you would coach our youth programs 2-4 days per week depending on experience. Team practice and prep would make up the majority of your time. Your other time at Portland Rock Gym would consist of working with your fellow Coaches under the Head Coach to prepare for each week’s practices and coming competitions, leading feeder programs, one-on-one private lessons for climbing team kids and occasionally some desk work. All Coaches must be available to work evenings and weekends.A full-time routesetter is responsible for the regular turn over of routes and boulders at both PRG facilities (Portland and Beaverton.) As a full-time setter you will explore and grow both your Routesetting abilities and your work at heights skills each week with an excited and talented crew. PRG will supply you with everything you need to succeed including all of the necessary gear you will need to perform and complete support from our administrative team.”
JOB SEEKER TIPS:
How to Write a Stellar Elevator Pitch
By Robin Reshwan
“An elevator pitch, sometimes called the “30-second commercial” or a “personal commercial,” describes a well-thought-out and succinct way to introduce yourself. The origin of the term came from the idea that an upwardly mobile professional would have this pitch prepared in case they are riding in an elevator with a future boss, client or investor. In the short ride on the elevator, a stellar pitch could land you a promotion or a new opportunity. When done well, the listener has a clear understanding of your relevant background. The best pitches are memorable and spark interest in learning more.”Read the full article here
Photo courtesy of Cameron Maier.Trango, the Colorado-based brand built by and for climbers, is proud to welcome Simon Sealy to our independent National Sales Force. Simon is joining us as our South Central sales representative. He will join our first-rate team of reps who service the rest of the US.
Simon brings to Trango a wealth of outdoor experience to his new role. He has worked at Momentum gyms in Texas and in retail with Arc ’Teryx and Dicks House of Sports. He also is a certified CWA Top Rope instructor and Eagle Scout whose work at the Veteran’s Memorial in Sealy, Texas significantly impacted his community.
“I’m extremely excited to be working with Trango and Tenaya,” says Sealy. “I’ve worn Tenaya climbing shoes for a while now and have sold Trango and Tenaya at the retail level, and of course, depended on the brand in my personal climbing experiences. Being a part of a company that has so many strong climbers using its product is pretty cool to say the least.” Sealy is based out of Houston, Texas and his region includes Texas, Louisiana, Oklahoma, Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri and Nebraska.
“I love the climbing community,” Sealy notes. “It’s the thing that keeps me the most dedicated to growing as an individual, athlete and professional. I couldn’t imagine where I’d be if I hadn’t discovered this sport and I’m excited to be a part of a brand that is built to support climbers.”
“We are really excited to have Simon join us,” says Keith Patterson, Trango Vice President and National Sales Manager. “Trango Gear, Holds and Tenaya Climbing Shoes are experiencing strong growth in the South Central region. This territory is gaining national importance due to the ever-increasing number of commercial gyms opening; more than 60 to date. Simon’s experience working in local gyms, including Momentum, and the solid relationships he has built within the local climbing community, make him a strong asset to the Trango sales team. We are proud to be working with him.”
About Trango:
Founded in Boulder, Colorado in 1991, Trango is an athlete driven brand, dedicated to challenging the status quo of climbing and dedicated to advancing indoor gym technology. At Trango, we create innovative equipment that climbers trust. Our company is passionate about creating innovative, solution-oriented products that help climbers pursue the sport we love. You can count on Trango gear to deliver something extra, something special that will contribute to your day climbing, indoors or out.
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Earlier this year, Sputnik Climbing opened its fourth facility in Spain—third in Madrid—with the Legazpi location, a bouldering, fitness and social space designed to “invite users to come in and repeat.” (All images courtesy of Sputnik Climbing)
Sputnik Climbing Legazpi
Madrid, Spain
Specs: Sputnik Climbing is a Spanish climbing gym chain that came into existence in October 2016 with the Alcobendas location. According to Fernando Hernandez, CEO and co-founder of Sputnik, he, his family and his friends decided to “manage an indoor climbing gym, similar to the facilities that are being developed in other European countries—France, Germany, Austria—and not yet in Spain.” After several years of working as a mountain guide and teacher, Hernandez committed to the career pivot, and the Alcobendas location became a reality.
It wasn’t long before the Sputnik Climbing operators started getting to work on the next project. “After almost two years of successfully operating our first facility, we decided that there is an opportunity for growth in the sector in Madrid, and we began to imagine a bigger project at an international level,” Hernandez said. “We are immersed in a growth plan that proposes the opening of one or two centers a year in different strategic locations in provincial capitals throughout the Spanish geography.” In a three-year span, Sputnik opened the Las Rozas location in October 2020, Berango in October 2022, and Legazpi on July 27th of this year.
In addition to 180+ bouldering problems, Sputnik Climbing Legazpi has 40 routes on 6-meter (approx. 20-foot) roped walls that can be climbed with the gym’s 16 auto belays.
The Legazpi facility was built in an industrial warehouse, drawing a “triangle in Madrid with the other Sputnik facilities, Alcobendas and Las Rozas,” Hernandez described, with the goal being to provide users with “a Sputnik near home” throughout the city. However, seeking a downtown location came with other challenges: There were few suitable buildings with the desired 3,000-square-meter (approx. 32,300-square-foot) space and sufficient height for climbing walls; potential renter competition was high; and the building had to be available at a reasonable price. Eventually, a former logistics warehouse became available, and the Sputnik operators were able to transform the facility into a “prism beyond sports,” in the words of Hernandez.
La Cantina de Legazpi Restaurant is owned and operated by Sputnik and remains open later than the climbing portion of the facility, encouraging visitors to stick around after their sessions.
Sputnik Legazpi is a 3,200-square-meter (approx. 34,400-square-foot) facility with bouldering, auto belay climbing and multiple training boards. Besides a competition bouldering circuit, the gym offers classes, youth programming, family activities, and family, fitness, yoga and coworking areas. “We understand that climbing facilities are becoming more and more meeting spaces, something similar to a social club where the community meets and participates,” Hernandez explained. The facility was crafted to “invite users to come and repeat,” said Hernandez, in part by adding the La Cantina de Legazpi Restaurant attached, which has over 100 tables and extended hours compared to the climbing area.
For other climbing gym operators looking to create successful single locations and/or chains, Hernandez recommends searching for a site that is big enough to fit the vision, defining the company culture, and drawing up a good operation plan. “There are no magic formulas,” he said, “[only] investment in people and a lot of work.”
Walls: Walltopia
Flooring: Walltopia
CRM Software: Deporwin
Website:sputnikclimbing.com/rocodromo-madrid/legazpi/Instagram: @SputnikClimbing
In Their Words: “Our business is to make people happy. We take care of our users, and we are very careful with details. We trust in building an honest business with all participants: users, workers and partners. We invest a lot of time, effort and money into making that happen. People perceive it, understand it and appreciate it. It may not be the model with the highest percentage of profitability, but it is a very consistent model that shows that a balanced model can be made within the climbing industry, where the bet is on building a solid brand, with a clear difference in the service model perceived by the user and the working/personal conditions of our team of workers. We are the only company in the sector that has modified its collective agreement to work four days a week instead of five. The loyalty of our users (the Sputnik family) accompanies us, and we are very grateful for it.” – Fernando Hernandez, Sputnik CEO and co-founder
Preorder all Bold brands by December 22nd for Q2 delivery.
360’s world-famous “Ghost” macros disguise the dualtexture so climbers can’t tell what’s gloss or grit until they grab the grip. Catch them all over the IFSC World Cup circuit, and now at your gym.
360 has always pushed holds into the future…
Their innovation and premium quality made them one of the most sought-after brands — and manufacturers — in the game. Such high demand forced them to focus on the European market as they scaled — a principled move! 👏 Now they are BACK, and we are honored and HYPED to be the sole distributor of 360 in North America after their 2-year hiatus.
It’s official — you can now add 360 fiberglass macros and plastic holds to your Bold Q2 preorder.
Q2 Preordering is open for all Bold brands.
360 • Artline • Blocz • Bluepill • CCE • Chapter • Rockcity • Simpl • Unitwww.boldclimbing.comAnd we lowered prices!
Costs have gone down and we are passing the savings on to you. We’ve lowered prices on many products by as much as 24%. You can see our new prices on our website.
What’s this Q2 preordering?
Each season we receive a shipping container of volumes and macros from Europe. We add your made-to-order items to it so you don’t have to pay for direct shipping — as long as you order by December 22nd at boldclimbing.com. You will receive these shapes in Q2 2024 (April – June). It doesn’t matter what we have in stock. Choose ANY of your favorite macros, volumes, colors, and textures.
Timelines:
360 produced shapes should arrive to you by April (at the latest June).
Blocz produced shapes should arrive to you in May (at the latest June).
* If you have a certain deadline please contact us for more details.
How to order?
Order any shape on our website and we will take care of the rest. You will receive these shapes in Q2 2024 (April – June). On the website shopping cart you can choose to have all your shapes/products shipped together or seperately when available.
Email info@boldclimbing.com for more info. Deadline December 22nd!
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✨There is a TON of NEWNESS✨
Every month we have new shapes rolling out. Here’s what’s new:
360 Macros are BACK in North America
360 Holds are BACK in North America
Simpl volumes have landed in North America!
NEW Bluepill Dopes macros – 29 new shapes
NEW Bluepill Dopes – Dual Tex macros – 29 new shapes
NEW Blocz Liquid Art holds – 117 new holds
NEW Unit Blade Runner macros – 15 new shapes
NEW Unit Cruise Control macros – 9 new shapes
NEW Unit K9 macros – 4 new shapes
NEW Unit K9 – Dual Tex macros – 4 new shapes
NEW Rockcity UFO – macros – 7 new shapes
NEW Rockcity UFO – Dual Tex macros – 7 new shapes
Order NowImportant dates:
+ Indoor Climbing Expo – December 13-16 – Special pricing for display items!
+ USAC Boulder Regionals/Divis, Jan/Feb (Order current & incoming Stock)
+ CEC Regionals and Nationals, April/May (Order current & incoming Stock)
+ USAC Lead/ TR QE Locals, Late Q1/Early Q2 (Order current & incoming Stock)
+ USAC Lead/ TR Regionals/Divisionals, May/June (Use the Q2 Preorder!)
+ Goodgrip Q2 Preorder – Deadline January 29th
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3-day advanced setting clinicThursday, January 4th – Saturday, January 6th 2024
Join iconic routesetter Jacky Godoffe and our experienced Mesa Rim Austin staff in this advanced routesetting clinic. This clinic will focus on strategies to gain perspective on your setting and break from the routine to develop your skills, tactics and to ensure delivery of the best possible product. You will spend the days in an inspired environment with other career routesetters and under the tutelage of one of the most impactful visionaries in this industry.
Who is This Clinic For:
This clinic is for any experienced routesetter seeking to optimize their process, develop their skills, network with other industry professionals and ultimately take their setting to the next level. Mesa Rim recommends that participants have 2+ years of professional routesetting experience and/or a USAC L2 certification.
COST
$750 total for all 3 days
No single day or 2 day options available
Clinic is limited to 10 participants MAX
Questions please contact Amin@mesarim.comRequirements:
Minimum 2+ years of professional routesetting experience (L2 routesetting certification recommended)
There are clear hurdles—the “elephants in the room”—that come with opening a new climbing gym today, but The Gravity Vault’s franchising model can help you overcome them. (All images courtesy of The Gravity Vault)When it comes to opening a new climbing gym in today’s macro environment, there’s not just one elephant in the room, but instead a whole party: interest rate hikes, supply chain snafus, transportation hiccups, construction delays, higher wages…the list goes on and on. Starting an indoor climbing gym is daunting enough since the pandemic hit without having to worry about other macro forces dragging your project down.This year has been particularly difficult for those prospective owners looking to open their first gym, and it has also tested even the most seasoned operators looking to add a location to their existing portfolio.
An Altered Economic Landscape
So, what has happened? Well, simply, external economic forces have shifted and the tides have quickly turned. Gone are the days of a lender courting you, taking you out to multiple lunches, and selling their loan programs as some of the best in the industry. And gone are the days of construction firms coming in on time and under budget. Today, we are hearing more about ballooning budgets, eleventh-hour loan terminations and construction schedule adjustments, along with timelines being busted because workers or materials are not available.What have you seen in your area? Has your loan been dropped because your bank’s underwriting department suddenly decided to move away from the fitness and gym space? Or maybe they just ghosted you entirely because their commercial lending arm decided to put the brakes on all new loan originations? Have you struggled to get competitive bids from your general contractors for renovating or building your space with the first three offers that went out? If you were lucky enough to get a timely bid, did you get sticker shock from the initial price, so much so that you sent it out twelve more times for more competitive pricing, before realizing that maybe your construction budget has been grossly underestimated? If you haven’t, consider yourself lucky, and know it is not a matter of if but when you experience some or all these phenomena.If these statements strike a nerve or resonate with you, know also that you are not alone. There has been a seismic shift in our financial world in 2023, and its repercussions are being felt across the climbing industry.Whether opening a brand-new gym or renovating an existing space, The Gravity Vault team has been there and can help you avoid common pitfalls. (Pictured: a new gym in development at an undisclosed location)
Strength in Working Together
Navigating this complex financial climate can feel more manageable when you look around and see that you are not the only one in a room full of elephants. Having a partner in business to talk to who has both seen these forces at work and anticipated many of them could offer you a lifeline. Franchising with The Gravity Vault offers a model that provides you with the support and assistance you need to get your project over the finish line.While The Gravity Vault has not been entirely immune to these macro forces, we do have a number of strategic partnerships in place and a network of professionals who can offer guidance and solutions when problems like these arise. Has a lender turned you down because you are a first-time gym owner? No problem, we still have lenders looking to lend in these market environments for first-time franchisees and gym owners. Has your wall budget been blown out with rising costs? No problem, our strategic alliance with multiple wall builders and our preferred brand pricing ensure that you are getting a top-notch product at some of the most favorable prices in the industry.It doesn’t end there—our size and scale give us purchasing power and pricing breaks that get extended to each of our franchisees. When you partner with us, you can be sure you are getting the best preferred pricing in the industry we’ve seen, whether you are ordering big-ticket items like holds and flooring or simply replenishing one-off inventory for your retail shop.There are twelve climbing gyms in The Gravity Vault network and six more projects nearing the finish line, which have all benefited from support from other franchisees along the journey. (Pictured: The Gravity Vault Hoboken)
Staying One Step Ahead of the Curve
Today at The Gravity Vault, we are still looking ahead. Our development pipeline remains robust, with multiple projects in different stages of development. We have seen delays with almost all our franchises in some capacity, but that occurrence has both led to opportunities and a chance to revisit overall timelines and budgets. We had one location take advantage of landlord delays by moving from a rental scenario into a land development, build-to-suit position. Another franchise was able to tailor their wall design to cut overall project cost without sacrificing square footage, and another was able to find a lower cost of borrowing after one lender pulled out late in the underwriting process.We recommend staying fluid in this economic climate. In the past we had been working with banks that primarily offered fixed-rate loan packages, locking in low rates for fixed terms. As rates have shot up, however, we have recently recommended moving away from these fixed-rate loans, since they offer little upside; instead, we recommend looking at variable-rate products that have a better opportunity to help bring your payment lower as rates come down after last year’s quick, meteoric rise. While no one can predict the future, when times get tough, it is nice to know you have an experienced partner who can help find solutions and a community of franchise owners who all share the goal of lifting each other up past any crux we encounter in business.Let us know how we can help you on your journey toward climbing gym ownership. Reach out to us atwww.gravityvault.com/franchising.This story was paid for by the sponsor and does not necessarily represent the views of the Climbing Business Journal editorial team.
Photo by Caleb Timmerman
Dec 1, 2023, Fort Payne, AL – Southeastern Climbers Coalition (SCC) and Access Fund are
thrilled to announce the purchase and protection of the iconic Citadel Boulders in Alabama. The acquisition includes 58 acres of undeveloped land surrounding an incredible boulder field. It is more than two decades in the making, and another landmark victory for climbing and conservation in the Southeast. SCC will manage the Citadel Boulders alongside its eight other land holdings for climbing and conservation.
“The acquisition of the Citadel Boulders is a testament to the patience and discipline needed to protect iconic climbing areas,” says SCC executive director, Meagan Evans. “SCC has been working for decades to secure permanent access to Citadel Boulders.”
Centrally located between Chattanooga, Birmingham, and north Georgia, this additional
resource will help solidify Fort Payne as a regional destination for climbing—offering something for climbers of all experience levels. This acquisition will also be a significant asset to Fort Payne residents who would love to hike, explore, and visit for an afternoon walk at the preserve.
Photo by Caleb Timmerman
The Citadel Boulders contain more than 150 unique problems over dozens of distinct sandstone boulders. Its proximity to existing climbing areas like Little River Canyon and Jamestown is a testament to northern Alabama’s rise as a climbing hotspot. Alabama is home to some of the most unique sandstone features in the world, and is seeing more and more climbing access open up across the state thanks to the collaboration of land managers with the SCC and Access Fund. Increasing public access to diverse natural outdoor adventure experiences helps our communities thrive economically and physically.
After engaging the landowner in a preliminary discussion about purchasing the land, SCC and Access Fund teamed up with several regional land trusts and foundations to support the acquisition.
“SCC and Access Fund have a long record of successful land acquisitions in the Southeast, and the Citadel Boulders is the latest triumph,” says Access Fund Southeast Regional Manager Daniel Dunn. “When a landowner decides to sell a climbing area, climbers must act quickly. And thanks to our Climbing Conservation Loan Program, that’s exactly what we were able to do.”
Photo by Caleb Timmerman
In addition to protecting a major climbing area, this purchase also provides a critical
conservation foothold in the Thrive Regional Partnership Natural Treasures zone. Citadel
Boulders preserves scenic views, water quality, and critical plant and wildlife habitat. The
property is part of an area identified in 2011 to provide connectivity and protected land near Desoto State Park on Lookout Mountain. The mountain is home to a variety of species,
including neotropical migrant songbirds, and several rare plants such as the federally listed
large flowered skullcap and Virginia spirea. It is part of the Coosa River Basin, recognized as one of the most biologically diverse river systems in the United States.
Chattanooga’s Riverview Foundation and Lyndhurst Foundation also provided major grant
funding to SCC in support of the acquisition. These foundations have emerged as leading
supporters of climbing conservation projects in the region, including SCC and Access Fund’s
acquisition of Hell’s Kitchen and Dogwood West in Rhea County, as well as Woodcock Cove in Sequatchie Valley more recently. The Georgia Alabama Land Trust also offered a generous grant to support the project.
Photo by Caleb Timmerman
“Citadel Boulders is a magical constellation of rock formations,” remarked Bruz Clark, director of the Lyndhurst and Riverview Foundations. “It has been such a pleasure to work with Meg at SCC and Daniel at Access Fund to conserve this iconic natural and recreational landmark.”
While initial funding has secured the Citadel Boulders, SCC needs the help of local climbers and conservationists to raise $140,000 over the next three years to pay off the conservation loans to complete the purchase. You can donate to the project at seclimbers.org.
Access Details
While the SCC currently owns the Citadel Boulders, we ask that climbers patiently wait until we are able to install critical infrastructure like the parking area, to withstand the traffic going to the property. SCC prides itself on being a good neighbor, so we ask that climbers wait a little longer to visit the property – after decades – what’s a little longer? The rock will be there and SCC will provide public free access- permanently.
SCC will host a number of trail days to help scrub graffiti, remove trash, and install trail and signage infrastructure. You can find more details here: seclimbers.org.
Photo by Caleb Timmerman
About SCC
The Southeastern Climbers Coalition is a local 501(c)3 nonprofit whose mission is to preserve climbing areas in the Southeast. SCC currently owns and manages seven climbing areas and works with 30+ public and private landowners to protect access to climbing and steward climbing area resources throughout Tennessee, Georgia, and Alabama. SCC mobilizes its member base of 1,500+ climbers to recreate responsibly on public lands and works with 600+ volunteers annually on stewardship projects at climbing areas across the region. SCC works with local, state, and federal agencies to consult on climbing access concerns and support natural resource protection projects. For more information, visit seclimbers.org.
About Access Fund
Access Fund is the national advocacy organization that leads and inspires the climbing
community toward sustainable access and conservation of the climbing environment. Access Fund represents more than 8 million climbers nationwide in its work to protect and conserve the land, fight for sustainable access, and build a community of inspired advocates. As an accredited land trust, Access Fund has helped purchase more than 90 climbing areas, protecting more than 13,000 routes and preventing 19,000 acres of climbing rich lands from being sold, developed, and closed to climbing. For more information, visit accessfund.org.
Contacts
Meagan Evans (she/her)
SCC Executive Director
meg@seclimbers.org
205-210-8393
Daniel Dunn (he/him)
Southeast Regional Manager
daniel@accessfund.org
803-443-8822
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First ever climbing gym workers unionize with United Food and Commercial Workers in Minnesota
TWIN CITIES, MN –Today, an overwhelming 81.8% of Vertical Endeavors workers in the Twin Cities voted to join the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW Local 663 and 1189). A mail ballot election took place beginning on November 13, and ballots were counted the afternoon of November 29.
“We unionized because we want better pay and healthcare, and a voice in the decisions that are going to affect employees and customers. I hope that more rock climbing gyms unionize so standards are raised for how employees are treated. We deserve it,” said Hailey Jarmon (she/they), Team coach/counter rush at VE Bloomington.
“I love working at Vertical Endeavors and I want to continue working here. My coworkers and I deserve to be valued and appreciated for the work we do. Democracy in the workplace isn’t always a given, and our Union can provide that. I’m looking forward to bargaining a contract so we can put forth more of the valuable ideas all of us have. We all want what’s best for the workers and being unionized will support us when it comes to benefits and quality of work,” said Isaac Harris (he/him), Shift manager and Team Coach at Twin Cities Bouldering in St. Paul.
VE workers have organized with both UFCW Local 663 and UFCW Local 1189 in Minnesota.
“It’s simple. When workers organize, their lives get better. We welcome VE workers to the UFCW union family,” said UFCW Local 663 President Rena Wong.
“We’re thrilled to welcome the first climbing gym workers to our Union and look forward to helping them craft their first ever contract,” said UFCW Local 1189 President Jim Gleb.
Vertical Endeavors has five Minnesota gyms: VE Bloomington, VE Minneapolis, VE St. Paul, Twin Cities Bouldering, and VE Duluth. There are about 90 people in the unit.
BACKGROUND:
On November 3, National Labor Relations Board found that “The Petitioner contends that the shift managers are statutory employees and do not exercise any authority indicative of supervisory status.” This means that all five locations’ full and part time employees who are not supervisors or guards are considered eligible to be in the bargaining unit. Page 1 of the decision has the five locations listed that are unionizing, which are all of the VE in MN.
The original union filing on August 25, 2023 included Nicros, whose employees make custom walls and holds for rock climbing systems. They will be filing as a separate bargaining unit.
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UFCW is the largest private sector union in the United States, representing 1.3 million professionals and their families in healthcare, grocery stores, meatpacking, food processing, retail shops and other industries. Our members serve our communities in all 50 states, Canada and Puerto Rico. Learn more about the UFCW at ufcw.org.
Jessica Hayssen
Communications Director
United Food & Commercial Workers Union Local 663
https://linktr.ee/UFCW663
(She/Her/Hers)
651.261.8559
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We’ve been pretty busy this year at OnSite. Not only did our infamous home training walls sell like hotcakes, but we also worked relentlessly to innovate exciting new products. As it turns out, the timing was just right to unveil one of our latest creations at ICE 2023. We decided to display it at our booth to give attendees an exclusive look!
In addition to showcasing our ever popular 7×10 home training wall with all features, we’re bringing a new and improved 12×12 freestanding training wall for everyone to see. Needless to say, our team is ecstatic to tell you all about the impressive features, the competitive price point, and the rock-solid feel it provides for the climber.
During your visit, don’t miss the chance to discover how our adjustable wall stands out. Each model is compatible with all major holds companies, adding yet another layer of customization to get you psyched to train.
Our team is prepared to walk you through everything you need to know about all our products, but most of all, we can’t wait to chat and have a good time together.
See you at booth 108!
CBJ press releases are written by the sponsor and do not represent the views of the Climbing Business Journal editorial team.
CBJ hosts the most active job board for climbing businesses and organizations. Below are the latest posts from this past week…
360’s world-famous “Ghost” macros disguise the dualtexture so climbers can’t tell what’s gloss or grit until they grab the grip. Catch them all over the IFSC World Cup circuit, and now at your gym.
360 has always pushed holds into the future…
Their innovation and premium quality made them one of the most sought-after brands — and manufacturers — in the game. Such high demand forced them to focus on the European market as they scaled — a principled move! 👏 Now they are BACK, and we are honored and HYPED to be the sole distributor of 360 in North America after their 2-year hiatus.
It’s official — you can now add 360 fiberglass macros and plastic holds to your Bold Q2 preorder.
Q2 Preordering is open for all Bold brands.
Who is This Clinic For:
This clinic is for any experienced routesetter seeking to optimize their process, develop their skills, network with other industry professionals and ultimately take their setting to the next level. Mesa Rim recommends that participants have 2+ years of professional routesetting experience and/or a USAC L2 certification.
COST
$750 total for all 3 days
No single day or 2 day options available
Clinic is limited to 10 participants MAX
Questions please contact 
December’s roundup spotlights cutting-edge grips from a curated selection of 20 leading companies. Eco-friendly designs, shiny textures and macro sizes—a fitting way to wrap up not just the month but this year in general, with these trends appearing in many a Grip Report!
BRANDS INCLUDED BELOW:
We’ve been pretty busy this year at 
