#115 Garrett Gregor — Olympic Head Routesetter, BTS of Elite Competitive Setting, Grades of the Olympic Climbs, and Do Setters Control the Outcome?
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Understanding the RIC Scale in Competitive Climbing
This chapter examines the RIC scale—risk, intensity, and complexity—as key factors in competitive climbing. It highlights how these elements affect grading and the subjective nature of difficulty, while addressing the nuances of elite climbers' perceptions of routes.
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