Quick Send Boulder Tactics on Ra, V10 (Video)

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Written By Kris Hampton

Leveraging intentional tactics often makes the difference between a quick send and project that drags on frustratingly long. For this particular project, I had checked it out one previous day, and hadn’t done several of the moves. It felt a long way off. I took a good weather window opportunity and made the 40 minute drive with a specific tactical assault in mind.

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Kris Hampton

A climber since 1994, Kris was a traddie for 12 years before he discovered the gymnastic movement inherent in sport climbing and bouldering.  Through dedicated training and practice, he eventually built to ascents of 5.14 and V11. 

Kris started Power Company Climbing in 2006 as a place to share training info with his friends, and still specializes in working with full time "regular" folks.  He's always available for coaching sessions and training workshops.

http://www.powercompanyclimbing.com
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