#118 Ward Byrum — Setting Climbs For Tens of Thousands of Climbers, What Makes A Climb Good, Indoor vs Outdoor Grades, and What A ‘Testpiece’ is at Movement Gyms
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Climbing Culture: Japan vs. U.S.
This chapter explores the contrasting climbing cultures of Japan and the United States, focusing on the approach to route setting and the grading of climbing difficulties. It emphasizes the Japanese community's commitment to mastery through persistence, while critiquing the U.S. consumerist mindset that prioritizes success over learning. Additionally, the discussion touches on the evolution of climbing gyms, safety practices, and the importance of empathy and professionalism among route setters.
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