Competition Rules & Info

Rules

The scored route list will be made available to climbers the morning of the competition.

Your top 6 problems will be taken as your score and you MUST have 2 witnesses sign your scorecard or record a video of the send. Please keep track of how many falls you have on every problem. It may mean the difference between glory and failure!

Prizes will be awarded to the top performers in each category. Signatures or video may be required for verification.

Categories

  • Beginner: V0 - V4

  • Intermediate: V3 - V7

  • Advanced: V5 - V10

  • Open: V7 - V14

  • Masters: 40+ (Age)

  • Star (Quality not grade)

Scoring Information

A list of problems that will count for scoring will be released the morning of the competition on the official scorecard; a corresponding point value will be assigned to each problem. Your final score will be a total of your top six routes that you climb. In the event of a tie, we’ll refer to the number of attempts to complete the problem so make sure to keep track of those as well.

On the scorecard will be a place for you to record your sends for the day, and signatures of 2 witnesses for each problem. Alternatively, you can record a video of your send on your phone. Videos are subject to review in the event verification is needed; if neither is available the problem will not count toward the final score. You must also keep track of the number of *attempts you take per problem; this will help in the event of a tiebreaker.

  • An “attempt” is defined as any action where you attempt to climb a route regardless of where you start. Working out a move midway up a route is counted as an “attempt” each time you pull on a hold.

New this year is automated scoring with the help of our friends at Kaya. You will need to download their app and create a profile (if you haven’t done so already) in order to submit your scores electronically. More information about KAYA’s scoring can be found a here. Using this platform, you will input your score and upload it once you have a wifi or cell signal. There is spotty service within the park and region, and wifi is available at the Hueco Rock Ranch.

Competition Areas

Backcountry

If your category is climbing on East Mtn., East Spur or West Mtn, you must be accompanied by a park guide for the entire day. Guides will be assigned to the different categories and are included with the price of registration. Once established at your initial area, you can only move to another area escorted by a park guide (“runner”).

Transitioning from one area to the next is coordinated on site during the day. Guides will be stationed throughout the backcountry in designated areas, working in concert with runners to facilitate groups. This format exists ONLY on the day of competition and helps competitors move through the park efficiently. Please respect the rules and regulations of the park; officials will be located around the park to monitor competitor traffic.

North Mountain

If your category is climbing on North Mountain, then you will be able to travel unguided all day. ALL N. Mountain competitors MUST watch the training video before entering the park. We will be showing it Saturday morning prior to shuttles leaving for the park.