Dark Horse #1

Photo Credit: Pat Bagley

As the competition series for youth climbers is in full swing, the first pro competition in the northeast was put on in Metrorock North. I have to say that this was a great competition! I like to compete in the Dark Horses because they are fun and the setters put on a good show. For me, the dynamic problems (that are the majority at these comps) were fun and I came in 1st for the redpoint round.

In finals the climbs were very well set. Nadya, who ultimately placed 1st, crushed the technical Women's 1 problem effortlessly. I wish I could have seen it! But at least i was able to cheer from my chair. I looked at that problem and....yeah that didn't happen. However I have been getting better at technique! But this was just one step ahead of where I am now. The rest of the problems were really good for Women: #2 being a straight forward combination of footwork and strength, and the last 2 being full on dynamic power.

This was a great competition and it is a good checkpoint for me with my training. I have had two successful competitions so far after my heart procedure, so it seems that the problem may be gone for good!

Here is some video shot by Jon Glassberg of the event:

Dark Horse Series Highlights - Competition #1 from Louder Than 11 on Vimeo.