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muncher
Sep 1, 2004, 10:35 PM
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I agree with climb_plastic, it's all about bowling. The similarities are uncanny, ie 10 Pins and V10. Blowling is definetely the secret. And maybe the shoes, V10's of course, not sure how you would climb V11 though, they must make special models for the pros.
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bvb
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In reply to: Some people get motivated by pushing their limits, and the only way to gauge if you are doing this is with grades. hmmm. actually, i know i'm pushing my limits when i've tried something 30 times and i'm barely doing the first move. but whatever, n00b. keep chasing those numbers. we all choose to validate our lives in our own way.
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muncher
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In reply to: In reply to: Some people get motivated by pushing their limits, and the only way to gauge if you are doing this is with grades. hmmm. actually, i know i'm pushing my limits when i've tried something 30 times and i'm barely doing the first move. but whatever, n00b. keep chasing those numbers. we all choose to validate our lives in our own way. Exactly bvb, like would you call pushing your limits sending a soft v8 or getting spanked on a sandbag v5?? WTF does a number matter, just get out there and try as hard as you can. You are the only one who knows how much effort you put into something and that should be the way you measure if you are pushingn your limits or not. Then again I do recall this topic being mentioned before, once or twice I think.
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mattmax45
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For anyone who hasn't PM'd me Im tagging a page onto my website that describes in detail system board training, If you want more info on it PM me, k. Later Matt.
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ccharles
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In reply to: In reply to: Some people get motivated by pushing their limits, and the only way to gauge if you are doing this is with grades. hmmm. actually, i know i'm pushing my limits when i've tried something 30 times and i'm barely doing the first move. but whatever, n00b. keep chasing those numbers. we all choose to validate our lives in our own way. I didn't say "trying things that are well beyond your current abilities", I said "pushing your limits", meaning climbing things now that you could not climb a year ago. As for the insightful "n00b" comment, part of my point was that if you don't care about numbers, that is fine, but it doesn't mean that noone else should care about numbers, and it doesn' t make it your job to crucify those who do.
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ccharles
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In reply to: In reply to: Some people get motivated by pushing their limits, and the only way to gauge if you are doing this is with grades. That statement by itself is totally incorrect. Curt True, that was exaggaration. If you climb something today (regardless of the grade) that you could not climb a month ago, then you can be pretty sure that you are getting stronger. But grades do provide a convenient way to gauge your overall progress.
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boz84
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As was said, some people like climbing hard routes, there is nothing wrong wit this whatsoever. In fact, there isnt even anything wrong with someone wanting to climb hard routes for the sake of climbing hard routes. kansanclimber doesnt seem to me (yet) that hes the type that would want to climb v10's, so that he can label himself a v10 climber, merely to push himself to his limits. When I do a route graded harder than I have previously been done before Im elated. Why? Because I see climbing as a great hobby, but also as a phenomenal form of exercise, mentally and physically. As I progress through the grades, it is a tangible piece of evidence that I have improved. Maybe Ive gotten my balance better, maybe my contact strength has improved, WHATEVER. But different strokes for different folks, and remember, above all: climbing is about fun, and its no fun to be knockin on people just because they dont share the same views as you.
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kansasclimber
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The last post said it best. If i boulder V10, do you think i will inroduce my self as hi, my nmae is stephen and i climb V10, heck no. It is a way merely for me to become more motivated, for the next problem, and the problem after that. I know its an ongoing cycle, but people your missing the point. I have set a goal for myself, im trying to schieve that goal. Just thought i could get some help, nah, just critizism.... Thanks for all of those who understood my post. Stephen
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mattmax45
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In reply to: The last post said it best. If i boulder V10, do you think i will inroduce my self as hi, my nmae is stephen and i climb V10, heck no. It is a way merely for me to become more motivated, for the next problem, and the problem after that. I know its an ongoing cycle, but people your missing the point. I have set a goal for myself, im trying to schieve that goal. Just thought i could get some help, nah, just critizism.... Thanks for all of those who understood my post. Stephen Did you think I was fuck--g with you about the training? I was trying to be helpful my friend, and I used this "System Board Training" to further myself and unless you didn't read my post, maybe you should, it took me way farther than anything else I have tried yet. And believe me KC, I've tried most types of training at one time or another, from campus to heavy wieghts, and none came close, but hay what do I know. :roll:
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I think that it takes practice and training to climb hard, regardless of the rateing. In an old issue of Climbing or Rock and Ice there is an page or two about a trainning program that John Long found called "The New Work Out Form Hell" I haven't done it, but John Long climbs pritty frickn' hard, so mabie this is a place to start. hope that helps.
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bucephalus
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I'm not a V10 climber, but I have climbed one or two V10s and that's mainly due to the fact that I found problems that suited me, and tried them until I did them. One of which I did because I wanted that elusive V10 tick - it took 4 visits and about 50 tries to stick the crux move. And it was a mistake, I wasted so much time on a stupid problem. The other, I did despite not thinking I'd get near it, but I tried it because it looked fun. It took me all of 4 goes, after a full days climbing. I honestly think that if you really want to find a V10 to climb, you will find one that suits you perfectly, but then hey, is it really a V10?? Quit chasing grades and go out and climb a piece of rock that inspires you.
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In reply to: I did a "v1-v0" yesterday I only know this because of a freind telling me, he said that it was around 5.10 so wouldnt this mean that v10 is like 5.0? I think you are a little off here compadre, V0 is around 5.10d, so do the math..... This is what RC.com has:
V0 5.10d V1 5.11a V2 5.11bc V3 5.11d V4 5.12a V5 5.12bc V6 5.12d V7 5.13a V8 5.13bc V9 5.13d V10 5.14a V11 5.14b V12 5.14c V13 5.14d V14 5.15a JC
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kalcario
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The rc.com v-grade-to-yds chart used above is wildly off, for 12d to equal v6 means that you should be able to do both, but many people who climb 12d regularly have no chance on v6 and vice versa. Not sure how you'd compare routes to boulder problems anyway...you can, though, compare the hardest individual move(s) on a route to a boulder problem, and for routes where endurance is a component, the chart below is a much more accurate reflection of the crux difficulty of a given yds grade: V0 5.11d V1 5.12a V2 5.12b V3 5.12c V4 5.12d V5 5.13a V6 5.13b V7 5.13c V8 5.13d V9 5.14a V10 5.14b V11 5.14c V12 5.14d Note that there are big exceptions, like the 5.15a Sharma route Realization which has only a v9 crux, or To Bolt or Not to Be (14a) at Smith which has no moves harder than v3.
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It is amazing the amount of posts that don't actually help the original poster at all. So to the original poster, whatever you id is, hope this helps. First off know that in order to push the grades you will need a base behind you. Its unlikely to climb V10 if you have only done 2 V9s and 3 V8s. The more of a base the more likely yoiu will climb V10 reguardless of the problems style. In terms of becoming stronger, I would say the number one goal is to pick out your biggest weaknesses in both strength/power training and in climbing movement and create a planned structure to train those weaknesses. In addition, always work your core even if it is your strong point. Strength (the ability to hold onto grip) -Fingerboard is the most absolute best device for finger strength, used correctly. You want to focus on hanging between 6-9seconds, 3-6sets and 2-4min of rest between sets. Either add weight or increase asistance to accomplish the time perimeters. You should also work between 3-5 grips. Power (the ability to move between grips) -Campusboard and bar training. For campusboarding, your aim should be moving the greatest lengths between rungs. Plyometerics don't help with power so don't be jaded into thinking that is the pinnacle of campusing. -Bar training is a pull-up bar, where you can do anything 1-arm lock-offs, negatives and so forth. PM me for more info Hope this helps and work your weaknesses
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In reply to: double didgets have a high cool factor......... In that case, you'ld be much better off tying into a rope, double digits are much easier that way :D
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I'm not real sure where this grade comparison came from, but if I were a grade chaser I'd move to wherever you are. This would make every climb SUPER SOFT V0 5.11d V1 5.12a V2 5.12b V3 5.12c V4 5.12d V5 5.13a V6 5.13b V7 5.13c V8 5.13d V9 5.14a V10 5.14b V11 5.14c V12 5.14d Note that there are big exceptions, like the 5.15a Sharma route Realization which has only a v9 crux, or To Bolt or Not to Be (14a) at Smith which has no moves harder than v3.
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caughtinside
Oct 29, 2004, 6:16 PM
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Flatlander--you missed kalcario's point. The problem is that you can't make a comparison between the two. A 12d does not have a v6 crux. Its not about soft ratings, its about different rating systems to grade different types of climbs.
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In reply to: I'm not real sure where this grade comparison came from, but if I were a grade chaser I'd move to wherever you are. This would make every climb SUPER SOFT V0 5.11d V1 5.12a V2 5.12b V3 5.12c V4 5.12d V5 5.13a V6 5.13b V7 5.13c V8 5.13d V9 5.14a V10 5.14b V11 5.14c V12 5.14d Note that there are big exceptions, like the 5.15a Sharma route Realization which has only a v9 crux, or To Bolt or Not to Be (14a) at Smith which has no moves harder than v3. Perhaps you shouldn't be so quick to post things that you know absolutely nothing about. Thanks for your understanding in this matter. I'm Curt - and I approve this message. :wink: Curt
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In reply to: Flatlander--you missed kalcario's point. The problem is that you can't make a comparison between the two. A 12d does not have a v6 crux. Kalcario is only partially right--as I have pointed out previously. If you are looking at a 5.12c/d climb with a short, hard crux that eases up thereafter (like Kama Sutra, in the Gunks, for example) then a route of that grade does have a V5/V6 section to it. However, if you are looking at a endurance based route, the hardest move on a 5.12c/d route may indeed be no harder than V3. Curt
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I have climbed V8 in the gym as well as V7 outdoors. I've been told recently that these are somewhat moderate grades. I'm not sure, I dislike grades. In climbing magazine there was a quote, pardon me but I know not by whom, that "you should climb what inspires you. " I have seen and tried V10 outdoors. I get stuck on the movement the body must react to. It does seem as if the placement rquired for all four limbs becomes more precise and balancy. I'm looking for tips as well. Any would help.
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kansasclimber
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Thanks for all the replies! Espevailly to the ones that gave me work outs, im woring on them right now! Stephen
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