CLIMBFEST 2025 (Boulder Carnival, Project Send)

Mechanics • Rules • Regulations

🧾 COMPETITION MECHANICS

Route Scoring

• Each route on the carnival wall is assigned a specific point value based on difficulty.

• Points are awarded only when a climber successfully tops the route.

• There are no start or zone points for qualifiers — only tops count.

• Starting holds and tops will be clearly marked for each route.

• For Novice / Intermediate / Open, your best 5 routes’ cumulative score determines your ranking.

• Top 8 climbers or teams advance to Finals.
  
  

Multiple Categories

• Climbers may join up to 2 categories: 1 individual and 1 team.

• You must complete and submit your scorecard for one category before starting another.

• This can be done within a single session or separate sessions.

Scorecards

• Only signed scorecards by official judges are valid.

• The latest submitted scorecard before Finals will be used for qualification.

• For OBG and Fun Climb Doubles, scores are cumulative across all sessions joined.

🧮 SCORING SYSTEM & FINALS

Qualifiers (Carnival Rounds)

• No 4-point start; only tops count toward your score. (2-point start tape, all limbs off the mat to start)

• No zones — each completed route awards its assigned points.

Finals

• Finals follow IFSC bouldering rules (4 problems, on-sight format).

• Scoring is based on tops, zones, and attempts. (IFSC scoring system)

• In case of ties:

1. Fewer attempts to top

2. More zones

3. Fewer attempts to zone

4. Countback to qualifiers

CATEGORIES

🪜 NOVICE

Your first step into competition climbing.
Perfect for newer climbers taking their first leap into the comp scene — approachable routes, great vibes, and a chance to learn and grow.

Qualifications

• Haven’t qualified for finals in any major comp

• Haven’t podiumed in any category (Novice, Intermediate, or Open)

• Recommended gym grade: V0–V3

Format:

• Qualification → Finals

• Each route on the carnival wall is assigned a point value

• Best 5 routes’ cumulative score determines ranking

• Top 8 advance to Finals

⚡ INTERMEDIATE

Where skill meets strategy.
For climbers with some experience looking to challenge their balance, movement, and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications:

• Haven’t qualified for finals or podiumed in Open

• Recommended gym grade: V3–V6

Format:

• Qualification → Finals

• Each route has an assigned point value

• Best 5 routes’ total points determine ranking

• Top 8 advance to Finals

🔥 OPEN

The real deal — climb with the best.
For experienced and national-level climbers ready to test their limits on advanced problems.

Qualifications:

• Open to all experienced climbers

• No restrictions (recommended V6+)

Format:

• Qualification → Finals

• Each route has an assigned point value

• Best 5 routes’ cumulative score determines ranking

• Top 8 advance to Finals

👯 TEAM CATEGORY (4 Climbers)

Climb together, win together.
Bring your crew and strategize your way through shared routes — teamwork makes the dream send.

Team Rules:

• 4 members per team

• Max 1 Intermediate climber, no Open climbers

• Must include at least one member of the opposite gender

• Female scores count 2× points

Format:

• Qualification → Finals

• Combined scores determine ranking

• Top 8 teams advance to Finals

🧓 OLD BUT GOLD (OBG)

Legends never retire — they just climb smarter.
Celebrating passion and experience for climbers 1989 or earlier.

Format:

• Individual endurance format

• Scores accumulate across all sessions (no reset)

• Most points at the end wins

🎡 FUN CLIMB DOUBLES

Climb for the fun, not the finals.
A lighthearted, carnival-style challenge for all — friends, families, or first-timers welcome!

Format:

• Teams of 2 (any pairing)

• Female climbers’ points count 2×

• Cumulative endurance format — no finals, no isolation

• Top 5 pairs win exclusive ClimbFest merch

⚖️ RULES & REGULATIONS

- Based on IFSC Competition Rules – Season 2025 Version 2.0 and IFSC Competition Regulations – Season 2025 Version 2.0

- Any other matters not specified will defer to the IFSC Rules & Regulations

Safety

• All holds, mats, and routes will be inspected before each round.

• Any unsafe conditions will be addressed before climbing resumes.

Boundaries

• Only designated holds and volumes are valid.

• Crossing boundary lines or using structural elements invalidates the attempt.

Attire & Conduct

• Wrist Tags must be worn visibly while climbing.

• Late arrival to call zones may result in disqualification.

• Unsportsmanlike behavior, cheating, or unsafe actions will not be tolerated.

Technical Incidents

If a hold spins, a mat shifts, or a judging error occurs, climbers may be granted a reattempt at the discretion of the Jury President.

Sanctions

A Yellow Card may be issued for:

• Unsportsmanlike conduct or disrespectful behavior

• Repeated disregard for instructions from officials

• Minor rule violations

Receiving a Yellow Card serves as a formal warning. Two Yellow Cards in a single round may result in disqualification.

A Red Card may be issued for:

• Cheating, falsifying scorecards, or manipulating results

• Dangerous, aggressive, or unsporting behavior

• Ignoring safety instructions after a warning

• The Jury President’s decision on sanctions is final and may apply to current or future ClimbFest events.

Receiving a Red Card results in instant disqualification.

🎥 APPEALS & VIDEO REVIEW

Climbers may file an appeal if they believe a judging or scoring error has occurred.
All appeals must be submitted within the designated appeal window below. Appeals outside these timeframes will not be accepted. 

Climbers have to record their own video for appeal, no video no appeal.

🏕️ Carnival (Qualifiers) 

For Qualifiers for all categories on the carnival wall:

• Appeals for wrong scoring or data entry errors must be submitted before the end of the next session (i.e., before the next competition block begins).

• Appeals made after results are finalised will not be entertained.

🧗♀️ Novice / Intermediate / Team Finals - before the start of next climb

• Appeals for judging or scoring errors must be raised immediately, before the start of the climber’s next attempt.

• The climber should alert the Zone Judge or Head Judge before leaving the problem area.

🔥 Open Finals

• Appeals for judging or scoring errors must be made before the next climber begins their attempt on that same problem.

🧓 OBG & Fun Climb Doubles Formats

• Appeals for score discrepancies must be submitted before the end of the climbing day.

• Video evidence is encouraged for verification.

📹 Appeal Submission Process

1. Notify the nearest Judge or Appeals Table within the valid timeframe.

• Qualifiers: before the end of the next session

• Novice/Intermediate/Team Finals: before the start of the next climb

• Open Finals: before the next climber begins their attempt on the same problem

• OBG and Fun Climb Doubles: before the end of the climbing day

2. Provide details of the route/problem and nature of the dispute.

3. Submit clear video evidence (continuous, unedited footage).

4. The Jury President will review and determine the outcome.

The Jury President’s decision is final and binding. If upheld, results will be corrected or a reattempt may be granted in the case of a confirmed technical or scoring error.

🎉 READY TO JOIN?

➡️ Register now, grab your chalk, and be part of the ClimbFest movement.
Climb with confidence. Compete with heart.
#ClimbFest2025 — Where Every Send Counts.