See How Adam Ondra Grades Rock Climbs

If you've ever wondered about how climbs get their grade, watch this video

Gripped August 12, 2020

The top climber discusses how he grades his new routes and why it matters. Adam Ondra talks about the science behind rating routes and why they are so subjective?

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What are those numbers after the name of each route? They are grades and they might be the most discussed topic in climbing. What is the science behind rating the routes and why are they subjective? Enjoy the next episode! Link to new episode in bio. @blackdiamond @montura_official @lasportivagram

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