What is a 25-Degree Moonboard
The 25-degree Moonboard at Wall Walkers Bouldering is a standardized climbing training board designed to improve your climbing skills on a standardized set of holds. Equipped with the 2019 Masters hold set, this 25-degree Moonboard offers a beginner-friendly starting point, with problems graded from V1 compared to the steeper 40-degree Moonboard, which begins at V4. The fixed degree wall angle of the Moonboard allows climbers worldwide to tackle identical routes, compare progress, and vote on grades. This helps create a global consensus on how problems like V1 or V2 should feel. Unlike some training boards with adjustable angles, the 25-degree Moonboard features a fixed incline and a consistent set of holds, making it a reliable and effective training tool for climbers of all levels.
Build Your Strength and Skills
The 25-degree Moonboard is an exceptional training tool for climbers of all levels. It is one of the best options to develop core strength, finger strength, and overall climbing ability. The steep incline of this standardized climbing wall is ideal for building power, control, and technique. Whether you're preparing for a real outdoor climb or aiming to improve your performance at climbing gyms like Wall Walkers Bouldering on Jones Rd in Capalaba, the 25-degree Moonboard offers the perfect type of training to take your climbing skills to the next level.
Perfect for All Climbers and Building a Climbing Community
The 25-degree Moonboard is a great option for climbers of every skill level. Beginners can use the easier holds to develop their climbing ability, while advanced climbers can test their strength and technique with challenging problems like Benchmark Boulders. If you’re limited on space, consider alternative training boards like the Tension Board or Mini Moonboard, which are perfect for smaller home walls and quick training sessions.
MoonBoard climbing is not just about improving your finger strength, core strength, and overall climbing skills—it’s also about being part of a vibrant climbing community. With the Moon Climbing app, you can find and share problems, track progress, and connect with climbers worldwide. At Wall Walkers Bouldering on Jones Road, events like MoonBoard Masters offer a fun way to boost your skills while meeting other climbers. Whether training at an indoor bouldering gym or on a home Moonboard, you’ll always feel connected to the climbing world.
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Step 1
You can download the Moonboard app from the app store
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Step 2
Now let's get that app set up. At Wall Walkers Bouldering you will need the below settings:
- 25-degree Moonbaord,
- 2019 hold set, with screw Ons,
- All available hold sets
Armed with this secret knowledge we can now set up your Moonboard. After installing and logging into the application you will come to the Hold Setup screen which looks like the below with a specific set of holds for various things, you should select 'All' under the 'Select your board holdsets'.
Select the correct Moonboard angle & holdsets in the app settings
Wait for your problems to populate in the app
Choose your new project and start sweating
Learn the Grading System and Make the Most of the MoonBoard
Understanding the grading system and leveraging the tools available will help you get the most out of your 25-degree Moonboard sessions. The picture shows the 25-degree Moonboard filters available. We strongly suggest you sort by your preferred grade and then by Most Repeats, this will minimize the number of sandbagged boulder problems you get.
*Sandbagging: The art of thinking something is way easier than it really is, simply because you have been climbing for many years and have lost touch with reality and the everyday strength most people actually have.
Ratings for Problems
MoonBoard problems use the V-scale (commonly used in the U.S.) or the Font scale (popular in Europe) to grade climbs. These scales help climbers gauge the difficulty of a problem, making it easier to track progress over time. Tackling Benchmark Boulders is an excellent way to measure improvement. These problems are preselected and rated by the climbing community, giving climbers a clear idea of what to expect from a specific grade.
Using the MoonBoard App
The MoonBoard app, designed by legendary climber Ben Moon, is an essential tool for anyone training on the Moonboard. It allows you to:
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Find Climbs: Browse thousands (10,000+ as of 2024) of problems set by climbers worldwide.
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Track Progress: Log your climbs and monitor improvements.
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Share Problems: Create and upload your own climbs for others to try.
Designing Your Own Climbs
Creating your own problems on the Moonboard is a fun way to challenge yourself and others.
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Pick Holds Thoughtfully: Choose holds that fit the difficulty level you’re aiming for, ensuring a good balance of challenge and flow.
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Design Smooth Moves: Make sure the sequences feel natural and engaging, encouraging smooth climbing transitions.
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Test and Adjust: Climb your problem multiple times to ensure it’s fair and enjoyable. If needed, tweak the holds or moves to improve the experience.
Sharing Your Climbs
Once you’ve perfected your problem, upload it to the Moon Climbing app. Sharing your creations allows others in the global climbing community to try them and even rate their difficulty. It’s a great way to connect with other climbers and contribute to the ever-growing database of MoonBoard problems.
Don't forget to share your sends with Wall Walkers Instagram @wallwalkers_c so we can share your awesome progress!
Mastering the grading system, using the app to its fullest, and designing quality problems will help you take your MoonBoard training—and climbing skills—to the next level.
