Episode 3 - The Ascent Event - Tree Climbing Competitions - Everything you need to know

In Episode 3 of our climbing competition series, Kate goes through the ascent event. Covering everything from what to expect on the day, the kit you'll need and a step by step walkthrough of each part of the event.
Follow along with the ISA scoresheet and rulebook:
www.itcc-isa.com/Portals/0/Do...
Approved gear list:
www.itcc-isa.com/Portals/0/Do...
The Ascent Event tests the competitor’s ability to efficiently and safely use their selected and approved ascent system. The event assesses the competitor’s efficiency in attaching the ascent system to the ascent line(s), ascending to the bell, and transferring into a descent system. The actual descent is not part of the event. Points are earned for speed as well as for meeting predetermined safety objectives.
Event Setup: The height can be set from 12 to 25 m (39 ft, 4.5 in to 82 ft, 0.25 in). The finishing bell shall be installed at a distance of 38 cm (15 in) horizontally from the competitor’s line. Three sets of times will be recorded: Setup Time (attachment of ascending system to ascent line(s) and on-rope test), Ascent Time (climb from the ground to predetermined height), and Changeover Time (conversion from ascent to descent system). Motorized ascent systems may not be used during the event.
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. Kate came 3rd in the ascent event at worlds.
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
0:21 - What is the Ascent Event
1:16 - Part 1 The Set Up
2:22 - Set up demo
3:07 - Part 2 The Ascent
4:10 - Part 3 The Changeover
4:31 - Descent
4:45 - Summary
5:23 - Bloopers
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[@matthewhillock5455]

Great video Katie! (I noticed Mike was the ground tech and the in tree tech! Lol that’s some neat trick there)

[@wolverinebear5357]

Thankyou for the footage, was there an event? It'd been cool to see some of the competition

[@pfv3462]

Great video Kate, but is the TAZ LOV3 FALL ARREST DESCENDER a safe device? Nice bloopers

[@Matt-ve2xx]

Great video! Do you have to supply your own weights/mechanism to weigh down the rope? or can you borrow from the event organisers?

[@bettinaschimmelpfennig]

Great Video!!
I have also a question. In the rulesbook is written that in the setup part everything has to be attached like e.g the chest harness….When using the Akimbo for ascent, the clip from the chestharness detaches as soon as I sit back. Am I allowed to clip that on again bevor ascending?

[@arthurshaw29]

What would you use for the back up with the taz?

[@TreeNerdi]

The rules mention an additional 2 points if you attach a backup to a second line during setup? Can you demonstrate this?

[@blackmesaboys194]

What system are you using? Is it the rope rench with two acenders

[@user-lx2wo9nd6s]

It looks like you are using a "TAZ LOV3 FALL ARREST DESCENDER", what is the rope diameter?