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The greatest sandbags in Victoria 7-Oct-2009 At 11:39:54 PM porkpie

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Re sandbags - who cares. I have noticed lots of routes that where put up before bouldering, gyms and sportclimbing where about seem to have disputable grades. The steep routes seem to be easier - I guess since the 80s bouldering and protection have made the steep problems more accessable and climbers have adapted. But equally I find alot of those thin wall and slabs routes that where established 20 or 30 years ago desperate for the grade. Also grading is a very individual thing - so don't bag a first ascensionist if you disagree just enjoy the discount when it is on offer.

Ultimately just enjoy the climb - no-one cares what grade you climb unless you are after sponsorship out to impress the scouts at your local gym.

Having said that - I do enjoy a good sandbagging (Mikl has excelled over the years). Just don't be silly on bold commiting routes - it's all fun and games until somebody losses a............