• Climbers are only eligible for onsight finals if they register as ‘Open’ competitors.

• Competitors have 2 hours to finish the 5 hardest boulder problems they can.

• Only the top 5 scores will be counted towards climbers’ score total.

• Every climb is numbered on the start holds, and each corresponding point value can be found on the scorecard.

• Competitors must attempt each problem from the start holds every time. Working moves in isolation, or starting in the middle of a climb is not allowed.

• A climb is finished when the competitor shows control with both hands on the marked finish hold(s), or over the top of the wall if there is no marked finish. Climbs on the topout boulder must be completed by topping out.

• In order for a top to count, climbers need two witness initials on the scorecard.

• Competitors may try a boulder as many times as they want .

• Every fall must be tallied the scorecard for each climb.

• If a competitor flashes a climb (completes the climb on first try), write "1" in the falls column for that climb.

• Competitors will be given a warning when time is about to end.

• Climbers still on the wall when time expires are allowed to finish their attempt.

• Every competitor must scan the QR code on the back of their scorecard and enter their top 5 highest scores.

• Any errors on a scorecard may result in disqualification.

• A competitors score is determined by the accumulation of points of completed climbs during their session.

• The number of attempts are recorded to settle any ties.

• Each completed climb must be verified by two witnesses’ signatures on your scorecard for the climb to count.

• Only the top 5 scores will be counted towards climbers’ score total.

• Every competitor must scan the QR code on the back of their scorecard and enter their top 5 highest scores.

• Failure to scar and add score may result in a disqualification.

We reserve the right to bump any competitor into a higher category based on performance.

If your final score is higher than the average score of the category above you, you will be bumped.

The top 5 competitors with the highest scores who competed in the open category will compete in onsight finals

2 boulders per category (Male & Female)

Competitors will have 4 minutes to complete their boulder problem

Scoring:

• Start: 4 points of contact

• Zone: Must show control with progressive movement

• Top: Must show control with both hands

• Attempt: when all 4 points leave the ground

Ranking is based on the number of tops, zone, and attempts

VITAL Murrieta will be closed on the following days to accommodate for the comp.

• Wednesday 10/15 - 7AM

• Thursday 10/16 - All day

• Friday 10/17 - All day

Murrieta members will be allowed to bring a plus one for a free day pass to VITAL Oceanside during the closure. ( 1 guest per day, must be a different guest from the day before.)

HOW DO I REGISTER? 

Registration can be done in gym or online. $30 for Members, $40 for Non-Members before 10/11.

WHAT CATEGORY SHOULD I REGISTER FOR?

Choosing a category depends on your comfortability and confidence. Chose a category that you feel best matches your current climbing ability.

Recreational - (V0-V3)

Intermediate - (V4-V5)

Advanced - (V6-V7)

Open - (Suggested V8)

Anyone hoping to compete in the onsight finals round should register for the Open Category.

WHAT IF I WANT TO CHANGE MY REGISTRATION INFO/LEVEL? 

You may only adjust your category prior to the event. If you would like to do so, please email jay@vitalclimbinggym.com before the day of the event. Anything after October 18th will not be accepted.

HOW DO I KNOW IF I MADE IT TO FINALS OR WON MY CATEGORY AND WHERE ARE THE SCORES POSTED?

Scores will be posted in the gym for the next week after the competition is over. Top 5 of each category will be posted on our IG the following week after the comp.

Do I have to pay to watch Finals?

Everyone is welcome to attend! Come support the climbers and party with us for free. You do not need to be a member!