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Three-Problem Tally

Score a self-selected three-problem card within attempt caps.

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
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“Score a self-selected three-problem card within attempt caps.”

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How to play Three-Problem Tally

Step 1

Score a self-selected three-problem card within attempt caps.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Reset the problem 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: Score a self-selected three-problem card within attempt caps.

Host tip

Keep it clean

Changing problem score values mid-round. Use a written problem score sheet and stick to the first rule.

Safety: Use short rounds, visible scoring, clear turns, and the tie rule everyone agreed on.

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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 Three-Problem Tally.
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Variations to try

  • Scoreboard mode: keep standings visible and agree how the group scores each round.
  • 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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Three-Problem Tally also fits these setup-first pages when the group starts from the situation instead of the board.

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We're playing Three-Problem Tally from Studboards. Score a self-selected three-problem card within attempt caps. Fits: Players: 2-8 | Time: 45-120 min | Gear: Climbing shoes, chalk, crash pads, and marked problems Safety: Use short rounds, visible scoring, clear turns, and the tie rule everyone agreed on. View Idea: https://www.studboards.com/sports/bouldering/bouldering-three-problem-tally.html

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