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Rock and Wall Rating system - Summit County, Colorado

Rock and Wall Rating system, Summit County, Colorado

Before beginning any new sport, it is advisable to learn the difficulty rating system to ensure you are climbing at your ability level.
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Rock and Wall Rating system, Summit County, CO

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Rock and Wall Rating system


Summit County Rock and Wall Rating systemThe number 5 is always used for free climbs in the US rating system and the second number defines the difficulty. The easiest route starts out at a 5.2. This route generally would not need ropes for it can be walked up. The routes increase from 5.3 to 5.14. The 5.10 – 5.14 climbs increase in difficulty by the easiest a, b, c, or d most difficult. The difficulty increases by grade, holds, and steepness.
Beginers should begin with a rock rating between 5.5 to a 5.7. Intermediates a 5.8 to 5.10 and experts 5.10+ to 5.14.

Safety:

Always practice proper safety methods and general trail etiquette. Leave your itinerary and expected return time with two separate parties before venturing out-this may be your only means of contacting search and rescue should you encounter trouble.
Beginners should consider taking a lesson and consulting a guide before taking on unsupervised climbs. The Breckenridge Recreation Center and Red Mountain Gym are great resources for route information and climbing outfitters.
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