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Redpoint vs Onsight Challenge

Dual-track scoring: big points for true onsights, steady points for worked sends.

2-8 players, about 45-120 min at Climbing Gym. Pick turns, keep bouldering scoring visible, stop at target.

  • BoardBouldering
  • CategoryBouldering
  • Best for2-8 who want a 45-120 min round.
  • Players2-8
Redpoint vs Onsight Challenge activity preview - Dual-track scoring: big points for true onsights, steady points for worked sends.
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“Dual-track scoring: big points for true onsights, steady points for worked sends.”

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How to play Redpoint vs Onsight Challenge

Step 1

Dual-track scoring: big points for true onsights, steady points for worked sends.

Step 2

Judge the redpoint result against the scoring rule before anyone resets.

Step 3

Reset the redpoint setup, rotate evenly, and stop at the agreed finish condition.

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How the result works

2-8 players, about 45-120 min at Climbing Gym. Pick turns, keep bouldering scoring visible, stop at target.

Example: Dual-track scoring: big points for true onsights, steady points for worked sends.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Switching tracks mid-round. Keep the same redpoint track and difficulty for every player.

Safety: Keep the redpoint play area clear of cords, furniture, and anyone stepping into the active player's space.

Best for

Who it fits

2-8 who want a 45-120 min round.

Energy

Pace

High

Board Bouldering
Category Bouldering
Best for 2-8 who want a 45-120 min round.
Players 2-8
Time 45-120 min
Gear Climbing shoes, chalk, crash pads, and marked problems
Space Indoor bouldering gym or supervised boulder wall with pads
Energy High
Setup Start from Bouldering Board and tell the group the activity is Redpoint vs Onsight Challenge.
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Variations to try

  • Quick mode: play one short timer round, record the result, then decide rematch or switch.
  • Team mode: split into two teams and rotate turns so mixed skill stays playable.
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We're playing Redpoint vs Onsight Challenge from Studboards. Dual-track scoring: big points for true onsights, steady points for worked sends. Fits: Players: 2-8 | Time: 45-120 min | Gear: Climbing shoes, chalk, crash pads, and marked problems Safety: Keep the redpoint play area clear of cords, furniture, and anyone stepping into the active player's space. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/bouldering/bouldering-redpoint-vs-onsight-challenge.html

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