NZ Speed Climbing National champs

Woo hoo - it’s going to be a cracker. Here’s what you need to know.

Jobs for volunteers - Wednesday/Thursday/Friday

Roi has drawn up a list of jobs that need doing at the wall. We will have the scissor lift on Wednesday and all the holds - from the big wall and from AF - need to come down to be water blasted. He will have a white board at the big wall with the list of jobs and when they are done they will get crossed off.

  1. Strip BIG wall.

  2. Replace anchors - swap belays around (BIG/SMALL walls)

  3. Strip & reset SMALL - ROB requires assistance.

  4. Removal of graffiti somehow - all day

  5. Volunteers to waterblast (holds) Wednesday arvo 

  6. Clean up and clear top container - rubbish run requires trailer

  7. Store surplus equipment back into top container 

  8. Mow lawns

  9. Leaf blowing

  10. Lay artificial grass

Jobs being performed on Thursday.

  1. Reset BIG wall - requires volunteer on rope - backing blocks

  2. Remove birds nests - requires volunteer on rope

  3. Trailer required to get large BBQ table / pull up bar

  4. Pick up marquess from TECT

  5. Removal of graffiti somehow - all day

  6. Rig shelters in case of rain

  7. Rig up seating

Jobs being performed on Friday.

  1. Removal of graffiti

  2. Venue setup

  3. Hang banners / signage 

  4. Service start pads 

  5. Technical - system checks/tests

  6. Pick AUS athletes?

  7. May be set up marques? 

Rob’s guidance for water blasting the holds

Waterblasting of the holds arguably is one of the most important jobs in the preparation of a competition. After the climbing surface itself, the condition of the holds are vital for a successful comp.

The competition holds are not manufactured from polyurethane like most climbing holds, they are made from polyester, a much heavier, more fragile compound. These holds do retain their texture for much longer. The downside, compounded by the extra weight is that their fragility is something we need to have a far greater respect for when cleaning them.

  • Please make sure you do not drop them on the concrete, from any height.

  • Please make sure you are waterblasting them on a rubber, plastic or wooden surface, not on the concrete.

When waterblasting, make sure you get the nozzle nice and close (around 40-50mm away) to the holds and be sure to get in underneath the ‘jug’ part of the hold to get all the muck out of the texture. You are not trying to make them ‘look pretty’, you are trying to clean out all the rubber, dirt, sweat and chalk that clogs the texture and makes them slippery. Get in hard into the texture.

Do not waterblast the IFSC barcode on the front of the hold. This indicates that the hold has been tested and approved for competition. We pay a lot extra for this testing stamp, so please don’t knock it off with the waterblaster.

When stacking the holds for drying, once again have respect for their fragility. Thank you so much for volunteering your time to help out. Honestly, without everyone helping it would be a long task, so your help is greatly appreciated.

Access to the competition space:

  • Management of the competition space within the venue is to enable an effective and safe competition. It is important that we have clear spaces for competitors, and officials. To do this only personal wearing event accreditation we may limit the people entering the competition area to officials, VIP, event volunteers, climbers.

Bib numbers:

  • If you have competed at the previous events this season, please bring your original number from that event. (i.e. 2024 / 2025)

  • AM Event: Will be provided to your assigned Club Manager at the Team Managers Meeting at 7:45 Saturday Morning, Athletes/parents please ask your team manager for your bibs and pins. 

  • PM Event: Will be provided to your assigned Club Manager at the Team Managers Meeting at 11:45 Saturday Afternoon, Athletes please ask your team manager for your bibs and pins. 

Club uniform tops:

  • Must be worn if you are representing your club, International / non-club athletes must wear their International uniform or a plain non-marked uniform.

  • If no club, then a plain t-shirt with no sponsor logos please.

Climber briefings:

  • These are held prior to qualifying sessions in the competition area. 

  • Climber Briefings for finals are held within Isolation Zone area when the timetable allows.

Officials / Score Desk:

  • For any scoring disputes / queries / appeals, these are to be made by your assigned club Manager and in writing Within 5 mins of official posting of results. 

  • Cost of an appeal is $50 in cash with the appeal form.

Start Lists & Results:

  • CNZ Speed Nationals Piki will be the official scoring platform. Start Lists and Results 

  • Oceania Continental Cup Vertical life will be the official scoring platform. Information

High-Visibility vests:

  • Will be worn by Jury President, Event Manager, Head Judge, and event volunteers. Please direct any queries to the Jury President, Event Manager. 

Volunteers may be required: