Ravioli Biceps, world's best Moonboarding expert, discusses the awe-inspiring skills of climbing, the underground climbing trend originated in Sheffield. The conversation touches on training boards, the importance of breakthrough moments, benchmark routes, the UK's board climbing scene, the creation of Moonboard, popularity of board games in different countries, the challenges of climbing on a moonboard, and the future potential of Moonboard technology.
The Moonboard, an underground climbing trend, has gained popularity worldwide and has its own unique climbing discipline.
The sense of community within the boarding community has been a driving force behind its popularity and growth.
Deep dives
Ravioli Biceps: The Chuck Norris of Climbing
Ravioli Biceps, an incredibly strong and respected climber, is compared to the legendary Chuck Norris. He is known for his incredible strength and makes climbing look effortless. Ravioli's humble and friendly nature has made him a beloved figure in the climbing community. The Moonboard, an underground climbing trend that originated in Sheffield, England, is explored. The Moonboard is a training tool consisting of an 8x10 foot wall with holds arranged in a grid. It has gained popularity worldwide and has its own unique climbing discipline. Ravioli Biceps shares his experiences climbing on the Moonboard and its impact on his strength and progress. The Moonboard has become a thriving community with users from all over the world contributing to its growth and development. The future of the Moonboard is predicted to focus on advanced technology and data analysis to tailor training programs for climbers.
Ben Moon: From Simple Beginnings to the Moonboard
Ben Moon, a legendary climber and founder of Moon Climbing, recounts the early days of climbing on homemade boards in garages in Sheffield. These early boards consisted of simple wooden holds and challenging moves. The idea of creating a standardized board with a numerical and letter grid system led to the birth of the Moonboard. Ben Moon's vision for the Moonboard evolved alongside advancements in technology, transitioning from web-based systems to an app-driven experience. The Moonboard gained popularity exponentially with climbers worldwide contributing thousands of problems to the community. Ben Moon reflects on the growth of climbing as a sport and the incredible changes in equipment, facilities, participation, and technology. He predicts that the future of the Moonboard lies in analyzing movement data and personalized training programs for climbers.
Creating a Thriving Community Around Boarding
The boarding community has grown rapidly, with climbers documenting their journey and progress on social media, creating a living training journal. This allows climbers to inspire and motivate others while providing a platform for sharing experiences and ideas. The sense of community has been a driving force behind the popularity of boarding, with climbers connecting and supporting each other worldwide. The opportunity to communicate with experienced climbers, share problems, and receive feedback has played a significant role in the growth of the boarding community. The focus now is on getting more people involved in boarding and encouraging participation and setting to further enhance the community's experience.
The Adrenaline of Board Climbing: Adventure vs. Athleticism
Board climbing represents the athletic side of climbing, where the focus is on physical strength and difficulty. The Moonboard's benchmark problems exemplify the shift in climbing towards athleticism. While the adventure aspect of climbing still exists, the Moonboard emphasizes the development of strength and confidence. Climbers who excel on the Moonboard find themselves better equipped for challenging outdoor climbs due to their increased finger strength. The Moonboard provides a unique training opportunity, promoting confidence, endurance, and technical excellence. Despite the intensity of board climbing, it continues to coexist with the adventure side of climbing, creating a diverse and dynamic climbing community.
We journey through the world of Moonboarding with the world’s best – Ravioli Biceps. And Ben Moon walks us through the underground climbing trend that started in the cellars of Sheffield, England and has now spread across the globe. Everybody can play. Everybody can contribute. Everybody can connect.