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E162: Darth Grading, climbing ethics and Aidan getting bullied by trad climbers

The Careless Talk Climbing Podcast

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Navigating Climbing Grades: Challenges and Perspectives

This chapter explores the intricacies of grading bouldering routes and the subjective nature of climbing experiences. The discussion covers the challenges in creating an objective grading system, including the influence of personal factors such as technique and height on perceived difficulty. It highlights the ongoing debates within the climbing community about the reliability of grading and the importance of proactive conversations around it.

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