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Spring Bouldering Series

Wednesday, June 8th, 2016

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Spring Bouldering Series

Wednesday Nights: May 4th – June 8th
8:00pm – 9:30pm | FREE for Members

Compete with friends on the newest problems in the gym!  Jimmy has a designed this 6-week series to be 3 competitions in one with prizes awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place overall winners; recognition for “most improved”, “most inspirational”, etc; and, weekly challenges will be worked in to each competition. Regardless of your climbing ability (strong or newbie), this is sure to be a fun social experiment – er, EXPERIENCE –  for everyone involved.

Sign up at the front desk!

Competition Categories:

(Male and female categories split into 3 difficulties)
V0 – V2   |   V3 – V5   |   V6+

Format:

4 redpoint competitions (in which points are gained only if the problem is completed)
2 surprise category comps

 

2015 Black Light Comp

Saturday, October 24th, 2015

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RESULTS ←(click the link for results)

2015  Blacklight Bouldering Competition + Party

Saturday, October 24, 2015
$25 Edgeworks members | $35 non-members thru 10/11/15; $40 after

Watch the VIDEO!←(click the link to watch)

We’re back with the 11th Annual Blacklight Bouldering competition – known to many as one of the MOST FUN climbing events in the region! This unique event combines the VISUALLY STIMULATING appeal of black lights with the EXCITEMENT and ENERGY of a climbing competition, making it just as cool to watch as it is to participate.

Last year’s improvements to sessions, flow, and decor were a huge success and this year is sure to be even better with the addition of the one and only Zootown DJ as the event emcee; as well as the return of DJ Johnny Devine!

Open to ALL ages and abilities – check out the competition details below. Volunteer Opportunities are also available so be sure to check out the additional info at the end of this post.

FREE AFTER PARTY! 6PM – 8PM
Once the competition ends, everyone 21+ is invited to join us in the upstairs lounge for FREE beer and the musical selections of the one and only, DJ Johnny Devine.
Comp registration not required.

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COMPETITION DETAILS: 

Saturday, October 24, 2015
COST: $35 through 10/11/15 • $40 after
Edgeworks Members: $25

SESSION 1:
• Categories*: Youth D, C, B, A
• Check-In: 9:00am
• Rules Meeting: 10:30am
• Competition: 11:00am-2:00pm
REGISTER NOW!
SESSION 2:
• Categories*: Adults, JRs & Youth A
• Check-In: 2:00pm
• Rules Meeting: 2:30pm
 Competition: 3:00pm-6:00pm
REGISTER NOW!


Registration Includes:

 BEST ROUTES of the year   Black light FUN  •  AWARDS   RAFFLE PRIZES (Adult & Youth)  
•  COSTUME CONTEST  •  After PARTY (21+)  
  BLACK LIGHT Comp T-Shirt (add’l $10, must register before 10/11)  

* Competitors must register for the assigned session for their category.
* Youth A is the only category being offered in both sessions.

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 

Comp Format:
• Red point; no finals.

Prizes:
• 1st Place in all Adult Categories will receive a sweet product prize from one of our event sponsors.

USAC Credit and OPEN Category:
• Youth CANNOT get USAC credit for the comp if they compete in the OPEN Category. In the unusual case that a youth participant wants to compete for BOTH USAC credit AND prizes, you must register for and climb in both sessions. Yes, that means they have to pay twice.

Climbing Time:
• Climbers will be allowed EXACTLY 3 hours to climb. All climbing will end at the 3 hour mark. (This is a change from previous years when we allowed climbers to finish the climb that they were in line for at the buzzer.)

Gym Closure:
• The gym will be open to competitors only on the day of the comp and sections of the boulder and top rope walls will be closed 2-3 days ahead to time to allow time for our route setters to do their job setting all new routes. The good news is the gym will reopen on Sunday, October 25 with a HUGE selection of brand new routes for you try!

COMPETITION VOLUNTEERS:
We Need You!

The Job: Competition Judges – No experience necessary! Help manage routes, competitor queues, scoring and spotting as needed.
Session 1: 10:15am-2:00pm – Session 2: 2:15pm-6:00pm –– All Day: 10:15am-6:00pm
Single Session Volunteers
: $25 EW Gift Card, comp t-shirt & Karma points.
Double Session Volunteers: $50 EW Gift Card, comp t-shirt, pizza & DOUBLE Karma points.
SIGN UP ONLINE!

We will also need ART DECOR VOLUNTEERS Wednesday, Thursday and Friday prior to the comp. If you are interested, please talk to one of the friendly faces at the front desk.

2014 Blacklight Bouldering

Saturday, October 25th, 2014

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RESULTS ←(click the link for results)

2014 ABS 16 Blacklight Bouldering Competition + Party

Join us for the 10th Annual Blacklight Bouldering competition – also known as, one of the BEST climbing events in the region! This unique event combines the FUN of black lights with the EXCITEMENT and ENERGY of a climbing competition making it just as fun to watch as it is to participate. Improvements to sessions, flow, and decor will make this a year not to be missed! And, did we mention the DJ?! Open to ALL ages and abilities – check out the competition details below. (Volunteer Opportunities available, see additional info at the end of this post.)

COMPETITION DETAILS: 

Saturday, October 25, 2014

Session 1 @ 11:00am: • Registration FULL • Categories: Youth D, C, B, A • Check-In: 9:30am • Rules Meeting: 10:30am • Competition: 11:00am-2:00pm Session 2 @ 3:00pm: • Registration still OPEN • Categories: Adults & Juniors • Check-In: 2:00pm • Rules Meeting: 2:30pm • Competition: 3:00pm-6:00pm

COST: • $35 through 10/16/14 • $40 after 10/16/14 • Edgeworks Members: $20

REGISTRATION CLOSED
Day of registration will be available on Saturday at Edgeworks.
(limited space is available in Session 1)

Competitor Registration Includes: •  BEST ROUTES of the year  •  Black light FUN  •
•  $1500 CASH purse (OPEN Categories)  •  PRIZES and RAFFLE (Adult & Youth)  •
•  After PARTY (21+)  •  BLACK LIGHT Comp T-Shirt (add’l $10, must register before 10/16) 

FREE AFTER PARTY! 6PM – 8PM
Once the competition ends, everyone 21+ is invited to join us in the upstairs lounge for FREE beer and the musical selections of the one and only, DJ Johnny Devine. Comp registration not required.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 
Prizes:
• Open Category Prizes: 1st-$450, 2nd-$200, 3rd-$100. (Male & Female OPEN Categories)
• 1st Place in any other adult category will receive a product prize.

USAC Credit and OPEN Category:
• Youth CANNOT get USAC credit for the comp if they compete in the OPEN Category for prize money. In the unusual case that a youth participant wants to compete for BOTH USAC credit AND prize money, you must register for and climb in both sessions. Yes, that means they have to pay twice.

Climbing Time:
• Climbers will be allowed EXACTLY 3 hours to climb. All climbing will end at the 3 hour mark. (This is a change from previous years when we allowed climbers to finish the climb that they were in line for at the buzzer.)

COMPETITION VOLUNTEERS:

Competition Judges (no experience necessary) Single Session Volunteers: $25 EW Gift Card, comp t-shirt & Karma points.      Session 1: 10:15am-2:00pm   OR   Session 2: 2:15pm-6:00pm

Double Session Volunteers: $50 EW Gift Card, comp t-shirt, pizza & DOUBLE Karma points.      All Day: 10:15pm-6:00pm

We will also need ART DECOR VOLUNTEERS Wednesday, Thursday and Friday prior to the comp. If you are interested, please talk to one of the friendly faces at the front desk.

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8 Top 5 Finishes at Local Comps!

Thursday, November 7th, 2013

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We are super psyched, and proud, to recognize all of the EW team kids who have been absolutely crushing it this comp season.  At our own Blacklight Comp, 7 kids placed in the top 5 in their category with two 1st place finishes.  The weekend before, at Northwest Boulderfest, 3 kids placed in the top 4 – again with a 1st place finish. And, just this past weekend at the South Sound Pull Down, another 1st place finish was achieved. Congratulations to all the kids who are climbing and competing!

Northwest Boulderfest, Seattle
Alex Petty: 1st place, MYD
Kylee Beam; 2nd place, FYD
Sophia Terrill: 4th place, FYD

Edgeworks Blacklight Comp, Tacoma
Alex Petty: 1st place, MYD
Kylee Beam: 1st place, FYD
James Corbett: 2nd place, MYA
Hal Warren: 3rd place, MYC
Grace Wilkerson: 4th place, FYD
Elliott McDonald: 4th Place, MYC
Terah Gruber: 5th place, FYD

South Sound Pull Down, Olympia
Kylee Beam: 1st place, Youth

 

Blacklight Bouldering Results

Monday, October 28th, 2013

Thanks to everyone who competed.  Awesome job and we are psyched to see some incredible routes being sent by the best of the northwest.

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Blacklight Bouldering 2013

Saturday, October 26th, 2013

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2013 ABS 15 Blacklight Bouldering Competition + Party

Join us for the 9th annual Blacklight Bouldering competition – also known as, one of the biggest and best climbing events in the region!  This unique event combines the fun of blacklights with the excitement and energy of a climbing competition.

You can sign up for BOTH competing and volunteering on the website!

Session 1 Times:
Check-In Opens: 10:00am
Rules Meeting: 10:30am
Competition: 11:00am-2:00pm
Session 1 Categories: Any
Session 2 Times:
Check-In Opens: 2:00pm
Rules Meeting: 2:30pm
Competition: 3:00pm-6:00pm
Session 2 Categories: Any

 

Date: October 26th, 2013
Entry: $35 ($40 after Oct 16th)
PreReg Deadline: October 16th
Edgeworks Members: $20
Open to: ALL Ages/Abilities
Includes:
-Best routes of the year
-Blacklight fun
-$1500 cash purse (OPEN Categories)
-Prizes and Raffle (Adult and Youth)
-After Party (21+)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER NOW!

F.A.Q.
1) Sessions/Categories: Any category can register for either session (first come, first served).
2) Prizes:
Open Category Prizes: 1st-$450, 2nd-$200, 3rd-$100. (Male & Female OPEN Categories)
-1st Place in any other adult category will get a product prize.
3) USAC Credit and OPEN Category: Youth CANNOT get USAC credit for the comp if they compete in OPEN Category for prize money. In the unusual case that a youth participant wants to compete for BOTH USAC credit AND prize money, you must register for and climb in both sessions. Yes, that means they have to pay twice.
4) Climbing Time: Climbers will be allowed EXACTLY 3 hours to climb. All climbing will end at the 3 hour mark. (This is a change from previous years when we allowed climbers to finish the climb that they were in line for at the buzzer.)

COMPETITION VOLUNTEERS
Yes!  We need you!  Volunteer to be a competition judge (no experience necessary).
Benefits of volunteering:
-Single Session Volunteers: (10:15am-2:00pm OR 2:15pm-6:00pm)
$25 EW Gift Card, comp shirt and Karma points.
-Double Session Volunteers: (10:15pm-6:00pm)
$50 EW Gift Card, comp shirt, pizza and DOUBLE Karma points.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO VOLUNTEER!

We will need painting volunteers Thursday and Friday prior to the comp. If you are interested, please talk to Andy directly.

Edgeworks Team is Crushing

Tuesday, October 8th, 2013

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Congratulations to the team kids who crushed it this past weekend at the Stumptown Throw Down Youth ABS competition at the Portland Rock Gym; taking home 4 of 6 ribbons in the Female Youth D division. Next, the team will compete at Northwest Boulderfest in Seattle before taking the home field advantage at our very own Blacklight Bouldering Competition. Good luck, everyone!

T-Town PullDown Results

Monday, April 29th, 2013

 

Here are the scores from the 9th T-Town Pull Down! Congratulations to everyone that competed and thanks to the staff and volunteers that put on great competition!

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