#115 Garrett Gregor — Olympic Head Routesetter, BTS of Elite Competitive Setting, Grades of the Olympic Climbs, and Do Setters Control the Outcome?
The Testpiece Podcast
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The Dynamics of Competitive Climbing
This chapter explores the intricate role of route setters in competitive climbing and their impact on competition outcomes. It emphasizes the collaboration between setters and athletes, dissecting the challenges of planning and executing routes for events like the Olympics. The discussion further covers the categorization of bouldering challenges, scoring systems, and the psychological dynamics that differentiate competitive and commercial climbing experiences.
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