In Episode 5 of our climbing competition series, Mike and Kate go through the last of the Preliminary Events - The Work Climb. Covering everything from what to expect on the day, the gear you'll need, a demo of each station and a full real time run through.
Follow along with the ISA scoresheet and rulebook:
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Approved gear list:
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The Work Climb Event tests the competitor’s ability to move throughout the tree using approved tree climbing equipment. The event setup is the same for all competitors. Each competitor starts from a staging area in the tree and is required to visit five workstations throughout the tree, performing a specified task at each station. Each station in the tree is equipped with a bell; the competitor shall ring the bell before continuing to the next station.
Points are scored by successfully completing the tasks described at each station and ringing the bell (or sounding the horn) with either a handsaw, pole pruner, or hand, as indicated. At certain stations, additional bonus points can be earned. Competitors can also lose points for failing to properly complete certain other tasks.
Competitors earn subjective points based on safety, control, style, poise, and creativity at the discretion of the judges. A competitor can be penalised for unsafe or uncontrolled acts at the discretion of the Event Head Judge. The Event Head Judge shall issue an audible warning to the competitor should this occur. A second unsafe or uncontrolled act may result in disqualification.
The time limit for this event is 5 minutes.
We have collaborated with Mike and Katie Curwen who both have an extensive knowledge of comps and bags of experience when it comes to competing. Mike recently finished 4th in the World championships and 3rd in the Europeans.
We hope you enjoy the series, let us know what you think in the comments or if you have any questions. Share with your mates or anyone that’s thinking about competing.
*Disclaimer - The helmet that Mike is wearing in the video is no longer allowed under the new ISA rules that changed after filming this video. Make sure to check the rule book on what is and isn't allowed before heading to a competition.
Timecodes:
0:00 - Intro
0:27 - What is the Work Climb event?
1:05 - What you'll need
2:33 - Starting the Work Climb
3:38 - Pole Saw Station
4:24 - Handsaw Station
4:58 - Log Toss Station
5:52 - Limb Walk Station
7:16 - Landing Station
8:17 - Real time demo
10:48 - Rules for UK comps
12:19 - Penalties and Summary
13:20 - Bloopers
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