Drytooling Comp Info: Hi folks please read the following to update yourself on the comps format / gear requirements / hire etc. Any queries please phone reception and ask for Dave, Ross, Simon or Ian.
Places: Please pre book to avoid disappointment as places are limited.
Timing: Registration 9.15am to 10.15am. Briefing at 10.15am. Comp start 10.30am to c. 2.30pm (dependant on No of entrants). Finals c.3pm to c.5pm.
Qualifier Round: A total of 18 problems, 10 top roped routes and 8 boulder problems.
Scoring: Top rope routes; 1st try 10 points, 2nd try 7 points, 3rd try 5 points.
Boulder problems; 1st try 10 points, 2nd try 7 points, 3rd try 5 points. With some bonus points for key holds.
Finals: Depending on Nos in first round, between 2-4 will qualify in each category for the final. This will involve one Lead route for Adults and one Top rope route for Juniors. In the event of a tie, 1st round scores will count.
Belaying: Climbers will pair up and belay each other, belaying is NOT provided by centre staff.
Equipment: All climbers must wear helmet, protective glasses, and 4 season winter boots (these should be clean of mud etc) and gloves. Belayers must wear helmet and protective glasses at all times.
Hire Gear: Avertical World has a limited stock of axes to hire which can be hired for the comp on a first come basis (includes, Nomics, Takoons, Monster Xs, Quarks, Najas) prepaid and a deposit required on arrival (Wallet etc). Additionally: Protective glasses and gloves can be hired for £2.50. Harnesses & Helmets are available to hire for £2. All tools must have spikes padded. Adzes & hammers must be removed & padded. Padding provided by Avertical World will be charged at £2 per axe.