Not too long ago I did an article on German climber Peter Wurth and how he had shattered the recently broken Dyno World Record at the Outdoor Trade Show in Friedrichshaven. To read that article click here.
Peter had jumped an amazing 2.725m, breaking Skyler Week’s one week old record of 2.625m set at Cliffhanger in Sheffield. However, we ended up finding out that Peter had used the starting hand hold with his feet mid-dyno. Even though that is extremely impressive it is clearly stated in the rules that this is not allowed.
Here are the rules
- Both starting handholds must be used with the left hand on the left handhold and the right hand on the right handhold. No crossed hands will be allowed.
- Any configuration of footholds can be used but feet must not touch the starting handholds.
- An attempt is successful when the competitor hangs the target hold in control with both hands.
Unfortunately for Peter it looks like the record, won’t count as official. There’s a debate on http://www.8a.nu about whether the rules should be changed to allow the use of the starting hand hold. You can go check it out and contribute your thoughts.In my opinion I think that the rules shouldn't be changed at all.
What are your thoughts?
Ryan
source: Planet Fear
