Climb3R and Depot Climbing: Joining forces for greener climbing and enhanced experiences.
Depot Climbing: Case Study
Climb3R has teamed up with Rob Haigh, the head route setter at Depot Climbing, to revolutionise the climbing experience for the community. So far, Climb3R has resurfaced over 3,000 climbing holds in a range of eight different colours across all centres using Pow3Rtex, a custom friction range featuring six different textures, including dual-textured holds. This innovative texture enhances grip and feel, extending the longevity of the holds and elevating the climbing experience for enthusiasts of all levels.
Over 3,000 climbing holds resurfaced across all Depot Climbing centres
Depot Climbing is renowned for its commitment to providing world-class climbing facilities, and the partnership with Climb3R underscores their dedication to sustainability and quality. By resurfacing climbing holds, Climb3R extends the lifespan of these essential components, promoting a more sustainable approach to climbing.
Rob Haigh’s expertise in route setting, combined with Climb3R’s innovative resurfacing techniques, ensures that each hold not only meets but exceeds the standards expected by the climbing community. This collaboration highlights the importance of sustainable solutions in sports and recreation, emphasising longevity without compromising on performance and most importantly, reducing landfill.
As Depot Climbing continues its journey towards sustainable practices, Climb3R stands as a crucial ally, helping to create climbing environments that are both environmentally responsible and exceptionally user-friendly. The efforts of Climb3R and Rob Haigh exemplify how innovative approaches can lead to significant improvements in both the quality and sustainability of climbing facilities
‘With sustainability becoming ever more important in climbing hold use, Climb3R provide Depot Climbing with a solution to extending the life of our holds, providing bespoke texture lasting way beyond that of the original. We’re more than happy with Climb3R’
Rob Haigh (Depot Climbing Head Route Setter)
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