Playing the Boulderball correctly

The Boulderball is a compact, portable climbing wall that fits in your pocket, allowing you to climb predefined routes similar to those on a traditional climbing wall. Upon close inspection, you'll notice the ball is made up of small pentagonal holds and larger hexagonal holds, each offering two distinct features: some holds protrude, while others are recessed.

The route cards

Here you can see what the individual symbols mean and how the holds are displayed.

Here we go!

- Take a route map (difficulty level 1 to 10) and look at the sequence of holds. The routes always follow a deliberate line.

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  • Take a route map (difficulty level 1 to 10) and look at the sequence of holds. The routes always follow a deliberate line.
  • Apply magnesium to your fingers for a better grip.
  • Use both hands when climbing. However, only 3 fingers may touch the ball at the same time. It doesn't matter which fingers you use, they can always be different ones.
  • The Boulderball is always held freely in the air when climbing. You are not allowed to put it down or support it.
  • Make sure you have a non-sensitive surface, as the Boulderball can "crash".
  • Hold the Boulderball up on the first two holds indicated on the route. Hold hold 3 of the route with a third finger. Now release hold 1 and move on to hold 4 (does not have to be with the finger of the first hold). Follow the route in this way.
  • Once a finger is positioned on a grip, it may not be replaced by another. However, the finger may change position on the hold, i.e. slip.
  • If you have managed the ascent and descent without "falling", you have reached the goal.
  • You can also climb freely or come up with your own routes.

Playing technique

HOW TO PLAY

TIP:As with wall climbing, only the right technique will get you to your goal. Therefore, try different finger combinations and postures. You will see that a small change is often the key to success.

Warm up first

WARM UP