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DEFY GRAVITY TOP ROPE COMP 2024

Get ready to test your skills and enjoy some friendly competition at our 3rd Annual Defy Gravity Top Rope Competition! With multiple divisions to fit every skill level, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself, have a blast, and compete for both prizes and climbing glory!

Competition Dates:

• Sunday, December 8 – Saturday, December 14
• Choose any 3 hour period.

Divisions
We welcome all levels! Choose from these divisions:

• Recreation [up to 10C]
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14+ (All Genders)
• Open [10D & higher]:
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14–54 (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)
  • Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)

Entry Fee:

• Members - $10
• Non-Members - $15 (Note: Day pass sold separately for Non-Members.)
• PLUS Free T-Shirt for all competitors!

Whether you’re in it to win or just to try your best, we can’t wait to see you SEND IT!

COMPETITION RULES:

• The Competition lasts 1 week: Sunday, Dec 8^th to Saturday, December 14th.
• Top rope only - 30 routes available.
• You have 3 HOURS to complete the competition:
• The clock starts when you are given a score card by the front desk staff and stops when you turn it in. The front desk staff will mark your start and end times.
• Competition Categories:
• Recreation - up to 10C (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14+ -(All Genders)
• Open – 10D and higher (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14-54 (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Prizes for 1^st place finisher in every category.
• DO NOT climb any of the competition routes before starting your session.
• ONLY 3 attempts maximum on any route or problem.
• SCORING:
• The scoresheet lists the maximum points for each top-rope route
• A FLASH scores full points.
• Flash: Climbing from the ground to the top on your first attempt with no falls or hangs.
• A SEND reduces the point value by 5 for the 2nd attempt and 10 for the 3rd attempt.
• Send: Climbing from the ground to the top with no falls or hangs on your 2nd or 3rd attempt.
• Scoring is on the HONOR SYSTEM - your partner must witness each climb and sign off with their initials.
• SCORECARD:
• Each time you make an ATTEMPT (whether you get to the top or not), put a check mark in the boxes in the "Attempts" column.
• Each time you SUCCESSFULLY flash or send a route/problem:
• Check the box in the "Flash/Send" Column.
• Have your partner initial the "Witness Initials" column
• FINAL SCORE: Your top 5 scores are included in your overall score and will include at least 2 rope climbs and 2 boulder problems.
• CLIMBING RULES:
• START: Climbers must establish themselves on the wall using the taped start holds with both feet off the ground before proceeding.
• FINISH: Climbers must have both hands on the finish hold(s) in a controlled manner for at least 2 seconds.
• FOLLOW any climbing instructions on the route tag.
• The BELAYER may not provide any tension on the rope.

DEFY GRAVITY TOP ROPE COMP 2024

Get ready to test your skills and enjoy some friendly competition at our 3rd Annual Defy Gravity Top Rope Competition! With multiple divisions to fit every skill level, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself, have a blast, and compete for both prizes and climbing glory!

Competition Dates:

• Sunday, December 8 – Saturday, December 14
• Choose any 3 hour period.

Divisions
We welcome all levels! Choose from these divisions:

• Recreation [up to 10C]
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14+ (All Genders)
• Open [10D & higher]:
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14–54 (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)
  • Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)

Entry Fee:

• Members - $10
• Non-Members - $15 (Note: Day pass sold separately for Non-Members.)
• PLUS Free T-Shirt for all competitors!

Whether you’re in it to win or just to try your best, we can’t wait to see you SEND IT!

COMPETITION RULES:

• The Competition lasts 1 week: Sunday, Dec 8^th to Saturday, December 14th.
• Top rope only - 30 routes available.
• You have 3 HOURS to complete the competition:
• The clock starts when you are given a score card by the front desk staff and stops when you turn it in. The front desk staff will mark your start and end times.
• Competition Categories:
• Recreation - up to 10C (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14+ -(All Genders)
• Open – 10D and higher (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14-54 (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Prizes for 1^st place finisher in every category.
• DO NOT climb any of the competition routes before starting your session.
• ONLY 3 attempts maximum on any route or problem.
• SCORING:
• The scoresheet lists the maximum points for each top-rope route
• A FLASH scores full points.
• Flash: Climbing from the ground to the top on your first attempt with no falls or hangs.
• A SEND reduces the point value by 5 for the 2nd attempt and 10 for the 3rd attempt.
• Send: Climbing from the ground to the top with no falls or hangs on your 2nd or 3rd attempt.
• Scoring is on the HONOR SYSTEM - your partner must witness each climb and sign off with their initials.
• SCORECARD:
• Each time you make an ATTEMPT (whether you get to the top or not), put a check mark in the boxes in the "Attempts" column.
• Each time you SUCCESSFULLY flash or send a route/problem:
• Check the box in the "Flash/Send" Column.
• Have your partner initial the "Witness Initials" column
• FINAL SCORE: Your top 5 scores are included in your overall score and will include at least 2 rope climbs and 2 boulder problems.
• CLIMBING RULES:
• START: Climbers must establish themselves on the wall using the taped start holds with both feet off the ground before proceeding.
• FINISH: Climbers must have both hands on the finish hold(s) in a controlled manner for at least 2 seconds.
• FOLLOW any climbing instructions on the route tag.
• The BELAYER may not provide any tension on the rope.

DEFY GRAVITY TOP ROPE COMP 2024

Get ready to test your skills and enjoy some friendly competition at our 3rd Annual Defy Gravity Top Rope Competition! With multiple divisions to fit every skill level, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself, have a blast, and compete for both prizes and climbing glory!

Competition Dates:

• Sunday, December 8 – Saturday, December 14
• Choose any 3 hour period.

Divisions
We welcome all levels! Choose from these divisions:

• Recreation [up to 10C]
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14+ (All Genders)
• Open [10D & higher]:
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14–54 (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)
  • Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)

Entry Fee:

• Members - $10
• Non-Members - $15 (Note: Day pass sold separately for Non-Members.)
• PLUS Free T-Shirt for all competitors!

Whether you’re in it to win or just to try your best, we can’t wait to see you SEND IT!

COMPETITION RULES:

• The Competition lasts 1 week: Sunday, Dec 8^th to Saturday, December 14th.
• Top rope only - 30 routes available.
• You have 3 HOURS to complete the competition:
• The clock starts when you are given a score card by the front desk staff and stops when you turn it in. The front desk staff will mark your start and end times.
• Competition Categories:
• Recreation - up to 10C (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14+ -(All Genders)
• Open – 10D and higher (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14-54 (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Prizes for 1^st place finisher in every category.
• DO NOT climb any of the competition routes before starting your session.
• ONLY 3 attempts maximum on any route or problem.
• SCORING:
• The scoresheet lists the maximum points for each top-rope route
• A FLASH scores full points.
• Flash: Climbing from the ground to the top on your first attempt with no falls or hangs.
• A SEND reduces the point value by 5 for the 2nd attempt and 10 for the 3rd attempt.
• Send: Climbing from the ground to the top with no falls or hangs on your 2nd or 3rd attempt.
• Scoring is on the HONOR SYSTEM - your partner must witness each climb and sign off with their initials.
• SCORECARD:
• Each time you make an ATTEMPT (whether you get to the top or not), put a check mark in the boxes in the "Attempts" column.
• Each time you SUCCESSFULLY flash or send a route/problem:
• Check the box in the "Flash/Send" Column.
• Have your partner initial the "Witness Initials" column
• FINAL SCORE: Your top 5 scores are included in your overall score and will include at least 2 rope climbs and 2 boulder problems.
• CLIMBING RULES:
• START: Climbers must establish themselves on the wall using the taped start holds with both feet off the ground before proceeding.
• FINISH: Climbers must have both hands on the finish hold(s) in a controlled manner for at least 2 seconds.
• FOLLOW any climbing instructions on the route tag.
• The BELAYER may not provide any tension on the rope.

DEFY GRAVITY TOP ROPE COMP 2024

Get ready to test your skills and enjoy some friendly competition at our 3rd Annual Defy Gravity Top Rope Competition! With multiple divisions to fit every skill level, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself, have a blast, and compete for both prizes and climbing glory!

Competition Dates:

• Sunday, December 8 – Saturday, December 14
• Choose any 3 hour period.

Divisions
We welcome all levels! Choose from these divisions:

• Recreation [up to 10C]
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14+ (All Genders)
• Open [10D & higher]:
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14–54 (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)
  • Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)

Entry Fee:

• Members - $10
• Non-Members - $15 (Note: Day pass sold separately for Non-Members.)
• PLUS Free T-Shirt for all competitors!

Whether you’re in it to win or just to try your best, we can’t wait to see you SEND IT!

COMPETITION RULES:

• The Competition lasts 1 week: Sunday, Dec 8^th to Saturday, December 14th.
• Top rope only - 30 routes available.
• You have 3 HOURS to complete the competition:
• The clock starts when you are given a score card by the front desk staff and stops when you turn it in. The front desk staff will mark your start and end times.
• Competition Categories:
• Recreation - up to 10C (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14+ -(All Genders)
• Open – 10D and higher (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14-54 (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Prizes for 1^st place finisher in every category.
• DO NOT climb any of the competition routes before starting your session.
• ONLY 3 attempts maximum on any route or problem.
• SCORING:
• The scoresheet lists the maximum points for each top-rope route
• A FLASH scores full points.
• Flash: Climbing from the ground to the top on your first attempt with no falls or hangs.
• A SEND reduces the point value by 5 for the 2nd attempt and 10 for the 3rd attempt.
• Send: Climbing from the ground to the top with no falls or hangs on your 2nd or 3rd attempt.
• Scoring is on the HONOR SYSTEM - your partner must witness each climb and sign off with their initials.
• SCORECARD:
• Each time you make an ATTEMPT (whether you get to the top or not), put a check mark in the boxes in the "Attempts" column.
• Each time you SUCCESSFULLY flash or send a route/problem:
• Check the box in the "Flash/Send" Column.
• Have your partner initial the "Witness Initials" column
• FINAL SCORE: Your top 5 scores are included in your overall score and will include at least 2 rope climbs and 2 boulder problems.
• CLIMBING RULES:
• START: Climbers must establish themselves on the wall using the taped start holds with both feet off the ground before proceeding.
• FINISH: Climbers must have both hands on the finish hold(s) in a controlled manner for at least 2 seconds.
• FOLLOW any climbing instructions on the route tag.
• The BELAYER may not provide any tension on the rope.

DEFY GRAVITY TOP ROPE COMP 2024

Get ready to test your skills and enjoy some friendly competition at our 3rd Annual Defy Gravity Top Rope Competition! With multiple divisions to fit every skill level, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself, have a blast, and compete for both prizes and climbing glory!

Competition Dates:

• Sunday, December 8 – Saturday, December 14
• Choose any 3 hour period.

Divisions
We welcome all levels! Choose from these divisions:

• Recreation [up to 10C]
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14+ (All Genders)
• Open [10D & higher]:
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14–54 (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)
  • Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)

Entry Fee:

• Members - $10
• Non-Members - $15 (Note: Day pass sold separately for Non-Members.)
• PLUS Free T-Shirt for all competitors!

Whether you’re in it to win or just to try your best, we can’t wait to see you SEND IT!

COMPETITION RULES:

• The Competition lasts 1 week: Sunday, Dec 8^th to Saturday, December 14th.
• Top rope only - 30 routes available.
• You have 3 HOURS to complete the competition:
• The clock starts when you are given a score card by the front desk staff and stops when you turn it in. The front desk staff will mark your start and end times.
• Competition Categories:
• Recreation - up to 10C (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14+ -(All Genders)
• Open – 10D and higher (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14-54 (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Prizes for 1^st place finisher in every category.
• DO NOT climb any of the competition routes before starting your session.
• ONLY 3 attempts maximum on any route or problem.
• SCORING:
• The scoresheet lists the maximum points for each top-rope route
• A FLASH scores full points.
• Flash: Climbing from the ground to the top on your first attempt with no falls or hangs.
• A SEND reduces the point value by 5 for the 2nd attempt and 10 for the 3rd attempt.
• Send: Climbing from the ground to the top with no falls or hangs on your 2nd or 3rd attempt.
• Scoring is on the HONOR SYSTEM - your partner must witness each climb and sign off with their initials.
• SCORECARD:
• Each time you make an ATTEMPT (whether you get to the top or not), put a check mark in the boxes in the "Attempts" column.
• Each time you SUCCESSFULLY flash or send a route/problem:
• Check the box in the "Flash/Send" Column.
• Have your partner initial the "Witness Initials" column
• FINAL SCORE: Your top 5 scores are included in your overall score and will include at least 2 rope climbs and 2 boulder problems.
• CLIMBING RULES:
• START: Climbers must establish themselves on the wall using the taped start holds with both feet off the ground before proceeding.
• FINISH: Climbers must have both hands on the finish hold(s) in a controlled manner for at least 2 seconds.
• FOLLOW any climbing instructions on the route tag.
• The BELAYER may not provide any tension on the rope.

DEFY GRAVITY TOP ROPE COMP 2024

Get ready to test your skills and enjoy some friendly competition at our 3rd Annual Defy Gravity Top Rope Competition! With multiple divisions to fit every skill level, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself, have a blast, and compete for both prizes and climbing glory!

Competition Dates:

• Sunday, December 8 – Saturday, December 14
• Choose any 3 hour period.

Divisions
We welcome all levels! Choose from these divisions:

• Recreation [up to 10C]
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14+ (All Genders)
• Open [10D & higher]:
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14–54 (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)
  • Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)

Entry Fee:

• Members - $10
• Non-Members - $15 (Note: Day pass sold separately for Non-Members.)
• PLUS Free T-Shirt for all competitors!

Whether you’re in it to win or just to try your best, we can’t wait to see you SEND IT!

COMPETITION RULES:

• The Competition lasts 1 week: Sunday, Dec 8^th to Saturday, December 14th.
• Top rope only - 30 routes available.
• You have 3 HOURS to complete the competition:
• The clock starts when you are given a score card by the front desk staff and stops when you turn it in. The front desk staff will mark your start and end times.
• Competition Categories:
• Recreation - up to 10C (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14+ -(All Genders)
• Open – 10D and higher (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14-54 (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Prizes for 1^st place finisher in every category.
• DO NOT climb any of the competition routes before starting your session.
• ONLY 3 attempts maximum on any route or problem.
• SCORING:
• The scoresheet lists the maximum points for each top-rope route
• A FLASH scores full points.
• Flash: Climbing from the ground to the top on your first attempt with no falls or hangs.
• A SEND reduces the point value by 5 for the 2nd attempt and 10 for the 3rd attempt.
• Send: Climbing from the ground to the top with no falls or hangs on your 2nd or 3rd attempt.
• Scoring is on the HONOR SYSTEM - your partner must witness each climb and sign off with their initials.
• SCORECARD:
• Each time you make an ATTEMPT (whether you get to the top or not), put a check mark in the boxes in the "Attempts" column.
• Each time you SUCCESSFULLY flash or send a route/problem:
• Check the box in the "Flash/Send" Column.
• Have your partner initial the "Witness Initials" column
• FINAL SCORE: Your top 5 scores are included in your overall score and will include at least 2 rope climbs and 2 boulder problems.
• CLIMBING RULES:
• START: Climbers must establish themselves on the wall using the taped start holds with both feet off the ground before proceeding.
• FINISH: Climbers must have both hands on the finish hold(s) in a controlled manner for at least 2 seconds.
• FOLLOW any climbing instructions on the route tag.
• The BELAYER may not provide any tension on the rope.

DEFY GRAVITY TOP ROPE COMP 2024

Get ready to test your skills and enjoy some friendly competition at our 3rd Annual Defy Gravity Top Rope Competition! With multiple divisions to fit every skill level, you’ll have the chance to challenge yourself, have a blast, and compete for both prizes and climbing glory!

Competition Dates:

• Sunday, December 8 – Saturday, December 14
• Choose any 3 hour period.

Divisions
We welcome all levels! Choose from these divisions:

• Recreation [up to 10C]
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14+ (All Genders)
• Open [10D & higher]:
  • Ages 7–13 (All Genders)
  • Ages 14–54 (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)
  • Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, & Non-Binary)

Entry Fee:

• Members - $10
• Non-Members - $15 (Note: Day pass sold separately for Non-Members.)
• PLUS Free T-Shirt for all competitors!

Whether you’re in it to win or just to try your best, we can’t wait to see you SEND IT!

COMPETITION RULES:

• The Competition lasts 1 week: Sunday, Dec 8^th to Saturday, December 14th.
• Top rope only - 30 routes available.
• You have 3 HOURS to complete the competition:
• The clock starts when you are given a score card by the front desk staff and stops when you turn it in. The front desk staff will mark your start and end times.
• Competition Categories:
• Recreation - up to 10C (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14+ -(All Genders)
• Open – 10D and higher (15 routes)
• Ages 7-13 (All Genders)
• Ages 14-54 (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Ages 55+ (Men’s, Women’s, Non-Binary)
• Prizes for 1^st place finisher in every category.
• DO NOT climb any of the competition routes before starting your session.
• ONLY 3 attempts maximum on any route or problem.
• SCORING:
• The scoresheet lists the maximum points for each top-rope route
• A FLASH scores full points.
• Flash: Climbing from the ground to the top on your first attempt with no falls or hangs.
• A SEND reduces the point value by 5 for the 2nd attempt and 10 for the 3rd attempt.
• Send: Climbing from the ground to the top with no falls or hangs on your 2nd or 3rd attempt.
• Scoring is on the HONOR SYSTEM - your partner must witness each climb and sign off with their initials.
• SCORECARD:
• Each time you make an ATTEMPT (whether you get to the top or not), put a check mark in the boxes in the "Attempts" column.
• Each time you SUCCESSFULLY flash or send a route/problem:
• Check the box in the "Flash/Send" Column.
• Have your partner initial the "Witness Initials" column
• FINAL SCORE: Your top 5 scores are included in your overall score and will include at least 2 rope climbs and 2 boulder problems.
• CLIMBING RULES:
• START: Climbers must establish themselves on the wall using the taped start holds with both feet off the ground before proceeding.
• FINISH: Climbers must have both hands on the finish hold(s) in a controlled manner for at least 2 seconds.
• FOLLOW any climbing instructions on the route tag.
• The BELAYER may not provide any tension on the rope.

DEFY GRAVITY COMP

RESULTS

A huge thank-you to everyone who joined us for the 3rd Annual Defy Gravity Top Rope Comp! It was incredible watching climbers of all ages tackle 30 brand-new, exciting routes. Whether you were pushing your limits or cheering from the ground, your energy and dedication made this event unforgettable!

Congratulations to the winners as well as everyone that entered!