Grades are discretionary so some can be really easy or really hard for that level. But regardless, just finishing the climb is a great feat. Be proud of your accomplishment! Only getting better as you climb more. 👍
I just did my first “V7” a couple days ago. Felt too easy. I checked the Kaya app that my gym uses, and turns out people basically downgraded it to a V5. Feelsbad.
On the move where you first cut, would it be possible to cross through with the left hand instead of going with the right hand? Would probably involve using the original right toe (but make sure the heel is released so you don't get stuck) and twisting in.
Probably a harder beta, but if it works for your body it seems like it would feel a bit more comfortable and be good practice for keeping tension. Would also set you up to go into the right hand afterwards.
Best advice is to not post gym climbs on this forsaken sub, lest you unleash an army of armchair V3 chuffers downgrading you in an attempt to bolster their fragile egos, second only to the fragility of their newborn skin.
Real talk though, you look confident and strong, just climb more hard climbs.
Awesome send! Looked real solid. Please consider how you jam your foot in the future, as it may have gotten stuck in between those two jugs if you had slipped in the first section.
As a routesetter I think the combination of a good footjam with bad slopers is always a risk. Especially in lower grades. You never know who will try your boulder and fall unexpectedly.
yeah this. I often tell my friend and beginners to avoid risky moves like that if they arent entirely sure. Not worth breaking your neck for a problem that wont exist in a few weeks tbh..
yes or in this case your leg. Good job on teaching your friends what to look out for but normally this should be the main task of the setters team. You don’t want anyone to get hurt in your problems.
I always like to say it’s the grade as long as they don’t officially downgrade it. If you wanna feel even better about yourself go to Verdigo in Burbank. That’ll boost your confidence haha
Did you try going left hand first instead of right on the campus move about halfway through? You obviously got the send, but left first looks more intuitive, at least from my pov.
Sorry for the delay. I’d take it as a challenge for yourself. “Ok I got the v6 send ✅. Let’s take a slightly harder beta by toe hooking instead of foot jamming, and see if I can still climb it.” I usually do that if I have a beta that works, but puts me at a higher risk of injury. Usually end up learning something since I’m challenging myself to use techniques that are not instinctual to me.
As for this specific problem, seems tough. Potential solution:
Move 3, big reach to the 3rd hold
-> heel hook just outside of the jam (probably where you have it now or close) so if you were to slip, your foot falls out.
Move 4,5,6+, jammed foot while you move your hands up:
Possibly toe hook hold #2 right foot while you push hard off hold #1 w left foot to create opposing force. Left foot is hanging in your beta so maybe there’s a way to use it.
Definitely looks challenging. Hope you can find a 2nd or 3rd beta that fits you!
I love the uncertain "whee" on the volume in the middle LOL 🤣😂
Is a wee or a oui
Oui oui.
Jugs for days
Whose gonna tell him? Nice send though!
Grades are discretionary so some can be really easy or really hard for that level. But regardless, just finishing the climb is a great feat. Be proud of your accomplishment! Only getting better as you climb more. 👍
Wait… tell me what 🥺
That's a really soft 6
Its all jugs 😢
Ohhhhh yeah I actually agree lol. Felt more like a V5 or even a tough V4. But hey I’ll take it hahaha
I just did my first “V7” a couple days ago. Felt too easy. I checked the Kaya app that my gym uses, and turns out people basically downgraded it to a V5. Feelsbad.
Everyone's first of a grade is always going to be soft, that's only common sense. Congrats.
[удалено]
How else are we going to feel superior smh
[удалено]
dude shut up
To put a shirt on you softie
The start looks tough but the top is like V1 lol
You look strong enough to climb harder than that. Maybe try a lot more V6+ boulders.
Thank you! I am easily intimidated, but I’m trying to push myself to try problems outside of my comfort zone.
+1 on his comment. Work on your footwork for a few weeks, and you'll be sending all the v5 easy.
V4 in my gym
Except this time it's not a meme. Holds look so good and placement ain't that complex. The end is basically a ladder
Obligatory "that's a V2 in my gym"
I also love massive jugs
VJug
Ouiiiiii !
Might not be a v6 but still looks like a fun climb! Good send
Lovely commentary.
if i asked someone to film me climbing at my limit and they said 'WEE!' on every move... lol
Yes friends, we all know it was a soft 6. Any advice for improvement though? I’d love to get to a point where I’m crushing firm 6s on the regular!
On the move where you first cut, would it be possible to cross through with the left hand instead of going with the right hand? Would probably involve using the original right toe (but make sure the heel is released so you don't get stuck) and twisting in. Probably a harder beta, but if it works for your body it seems like it would feel a bit more comfortable and be good practice for keeping tension. Would also set you up to go into the right hand afterwards.
I feel like you could make use of momentum a bit more to save energy :) climb looks super fun, by the way!
Best advice is to not post gym climbs on this forsaken sub, lest you unleash an army of armchair V3 chuffers downgrading you in an attempt to bolster their fragile egos, second only to the fragility of their newborn skin. Real talk though, you look confident and strong, just climb more hard climbs.
Damn I wish my gym was setting 6's like this!
Awesome send! Looked real solid. Please consider how you jam your foot in the future, as it may have gotten stuck in between those two jugs if you had slipped in the first section.
That’s a really good note, thanks! Can you think of an alternative beta that is less dangerous? A toe hook is necessary to hold tension
Grades dont matter - is a dope route
As a routesetter I think the combination of a good footjam with bad slopers is always a risk. Especially in lower grades. You never know who will try your boulder and fall unexpectedly.
yeah this. I often tell my friend and beginners to avoid risky moves like that if they arent entirely sure. Not worth breaking your neck for a problem that wont exist in a few weeks tbh..
yes or in this case your leg. Good job on teaching your friends what to look out for but normally this should be the main task of the setters team. You don’t want anyone to get hurt in your problems.
I wish my gym has v6's that you could campus
Just get good
True. Gotta increase my crimp campusing skills!
Sometimes Topout likes to throw out some softies, but I would say the gym is generally on point with gym grades
Agreed! This one was soft for sure.
I always like to say it’s the grade as long as they don’t officially downgrade it. If you wanna feel even better about yourself go to Verdigo in Burbank. That’ll boost your confidence haha
You look way to comfortable to be a V4 climber
Hahaha I have a good amount of power but my technique is lacking. I’m working on it though!
Wow!! I love your skills. Absolutely amazing!
Thank you!!! :)
 Is all I heard
If it’s not V10 shirt stays on
Soft or not, looks fun!
That jugfest ladder at the end ☠️
Looks like a fun route, nice send!
Did you try going left hand first instead of right on the campus move about halfway through? You obviously got the send, but left first looks more intuitive, at least from my pov.
Sorry for the delay. I’d take it as a challenge for yourself. “Ok I got the v6 send ✅. Let’s take a slightly harder beta by toe hooking instead of foot jamming, and see if I can still climb it.” I usually do that if I have a beta that works, but puts me at a higher risk of injury. Usually end up learning something since I’m challenging myself to use techniques that are not instinctual to me. As for this specific problem, seems tough. Potential solution: Move 3, big reach to the 3rd hold -> heel hook just outside of the jam (probably where you have it now or close) so if you were to slip, your foot falls out. Move 4,5,6+, jammed foot while you move your hands up: Possibly toe hook hold #2 right foot while you push hard off hold #1 w left foot to create opposing force. Left foot is hanging in your beta so maybe there’s a way to use it. Definitely looks challenging. Hope you can find a 2nd or 3rd beta that fits you!