Thursday 22 December 2011

Merry Christmas!

Have a proper wonderful Christmas everyone!

Wednesday 21 December 2011

Winter video

As the winter keeps rolling on, check out this quick refresher on ice axe self arrest. Have fun out in the hills!


Ice Axe Self Arrest from team_BMC on Vimeo.

Christmas Opening Times

Merry Christmas!

Sunday 11 December 2011

Become part of something huge!


Become part of something huge! These make a perfect Christmas gift!

http://teclimbing.blogspot.com/2011/11/become-part-of-new-dream-tower.html

Saturday 10 December 2011

TE on the radio!

http://www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b0183ck8/Out_of_Doors_10_12_2011/

Transition Extreme and the climbing wall are featured on BBC radio Scotlands "Out of Doors" program. Check it out on BBC iplayer!

Lyon PPE training

Duncan was down in the Lake district yesterday for a Lyon Equipment training course looking at PPE and equipment use.  See his blog for more details here.

Friday 9 December 2011

Third Round Boulder Video


bouldering league 3 from Oli Boyes on Vimeo.

Ahhhhhhhh yeaahhhhh SUPER PSYCHED!

Saturday 3 December 2011

Round Three Results!

Wednesday 30 November 2011

CHANGE TO OPENING HOURS FOR 4th to 7th DECEMBER


CUSTOMER NOTICE:

CHANGE TO OPENING HOURS FOR 4th to 7th DECEMBER


Due to essential light maintenance Transition Extreme will have altered opening times on the following dates:


4th December:      Early Closure of Centre
CENTRE OPENING HOURS: 10:00 – 18:00


5th December:      Late opening of Centre
CENTRE OPENING HOURS: 12:00 – 22:00


6th & 7th December: Late opening of Skatepark
SKATEPARK OPENING HOURS: 12:00 – 22:00
ALL OTHER CENTRE FACILITIES: 10:00 – 22:00


8th December:            Normal opening hours resume


We apologise for any inconvenience caused and appreciate your cooperation.

Transition Extreme Management.

Bouldering Comp Round 3 THIS FRIDAY!



Don't forget this Friday the 2nd of December is the 3rd round of our winter bouldering league.

Come down to compete or enter our Fun catagory and have a laugh with your friends.


Hope to see everyone there!

Tuesday 29 November 2011

Etchachan Club Winter Lecture

Here at Transition Extreme we are proud to announce that this years Etchachan club winter lecture series will be held in centre.

Throughout the winter four talks will be given on a variety of subjects from island cragging in Scotland to Scottish winter climbing!

The first talk will be from the wall regular Henning Wackerhage, on the 13th of December!

Henning is an exercise physiologist and an outstanding photographer. His talk will be in three parts:

-Genetics and training for climbing

-Strategy for maximising winter climbing opportunities from of a limited number of climbing days.

-The Patey Exam – climbing Scorpion, Eagle Ridge and Mitre Ridge in a single winter season.


Come down and try it out! The Etchachan club is a great way of meeting a wide variety of climbers and hearing about adventures in Scotland and abroad!

Thursday 24 November 2011

Johnny Dawes TONIGHT!


Don't forget Johnny Dawes will be coming to Transition Extreme tonight to talk about his new book "Full of Myself".

For those of you that aren't familiar with him his major contribution to British climbing was the introduction of two new grades to the British Grading system for rock climbing (E8 and E9), and several new routes that are today still world standard. In 1986 he introduced the grade E9 to the British grading system with a first ascent of the route "Indian Face", a route of epic proportions and still to this day known around the world as the perfect example of high-end traditonal climbing.

Some other notable ascents include

1986 Gaia, Black Rocks E8 6c (first ascent)
1986 End of the Affair, Curbar Edge E8 6c (first ascent)
Smoked Salmon, Bamford Edge E8 7b (first ascent)
Face Mecca, Clogwyn Du'r Arddu E9 6c (second ascent)
Angel's share, Black Rocks E8 7a (first ascent)
1990 The Very Big & the Very Small 8b+/8c slab (first ascent)


He will be speaking tonight from 8:00pm tickets cost £7 in advance or £10 at the door.


The wall will be closed to climbing from 8pm so come down and then climb then relax after with a great talk from an inspirational legend of British Rock Climbing.


See you there!

Tuesday 22 November 2011

Have you got your ticket yet?

Then hurry up! Not long! Johnny Dawes, 8.00PM. 24th of November! How could you miss it?

Friday 18 November 2011

BBC Radio Scotland!



A great interview with Joe from the skatepark, well worth a listen.

Wednesday 16 November 2011

Bouldering League Video Round 2!

Here is the video for the second round of the bouldering league. Fantastic work once again Pete!


Transition Extreme Winter Bouldering League Round 2 from piotr wisthal on Vimeo.


The next round of the league is on the 2nd of December.

The video was done was by "Polish Pete", often seen around the wall with 4kgs strapped to him!

Check out his Flickr and ukclimbing.com galleries,

http://www.ukclimbing.com/photos/author.html?id=69112

http://www.flickr.com/photos/piotrwisthal/

Monday 14 November 2011

Staff climbing trip west

On Sunday, the two Tom's, Oli and Tim all set out west for the super quality Goat Crag. Here is Tom Russell on the ***star 7a+. Happy autumnal sunshine all round.


Friday 11 November 2011

Johnny Dawes comes to TE


Transition Extreme are proud to announce that the legendary rock climber Johnny Dawes will be talking on the 24th of November!

Talking about his life, reading from his new autobigraphy and showing clips from the film "Stone Monkey", this is an evening not to miss!

Tickets £7, available from reception (£10 on the night).
Starts at 8.00PM.

Make sure you don't miss out!
 
We will have the plans for the new wall out as well, so you can see what the hype is about and the plans for the Dream Tower!


Discount at the Adventure Film Festival!

 
The Adventure Film Festival is coming to Aberdeen and showcases the best in extreme sports and adventure films from around the world.

During a 5 week nationwide tour, they have 17 films that screen across the country in 30 locations. The Elemental Adventure evening includes 4 films, including a special festival edit of Warren Miller’s 62nd annual ski and board movie “Like There’s No Tomorrow”. Aside from all the snow action, it also includes “Life Cycles” a fantastic mountain-biking movie, “Hawaii Wave Ski” with Mike Douglas skiing on waves and Free Fall a short, free diving movie.

You can find out more info on all the films here: http://adventurefest.co.uk/

For Transition Extreme members, if you enter the discount code TRANEXTREME11 into the checkout on the website you can get a 20% discount on tickets!

Wednesday 9 November 2011

Become Part of the New Dream Tower

Transition Extreme are proud to announce a huge new development for the climbing centre.

The new Dream Tower will add 14 new lines, with three overhanging walls, a slab and a vertical. We have more plans and photos in the centre, so come down and have a look!


The new development needs your help! We are looking for people to become involved with this project by helping us raise £5000 for new holds, desperately needed to stock the new tower and replace much of the ageing stock.

Therefore we have launched the SPONSOR A HOLD CAMPAIGN

We have 200 amazing Core holds, available from as little as £10. By sponsoring the hold you will get your name on the hold and be invited to a unique VIP event to climb on the wall before anyone else!

We have built a HOLDOMETER to chart our progress and have already raised over £500, come down to the centre to see the glitter holds move up towards the desired £5000 target!

You can also SPONSOR A LINE. For £200 you will get a plaque at the base of the route and a route set at your desiered grade, as well as an invite to the VIP event!

You can also DONATE A SET OF HOLDS, if you have something in mind that you think Transition Extreme should have, you can donate the holds and be part of the VIP event!

Come down to the centre to see the plans, sponsor a hold and help us gain our target of £5000!

Tuesday 8 November 2011

Tiso Discount Evening Tonight

Anna Wells: Guest Setter

Many of you at the wall will already know Anna, from her long time served at Transition Extreme.

Anna came up on Saturday to set routes, after so many requests! There is now a new 6a+ and a 6c. Come down and try them out! We have the routes book and want to know what people think of the route setting so feel free to add your own comments!

The bouldering wall has been revamped again following the second round of the winter series, so as well as the competition problems there is a full range of problems and more to come over the following weeks. We have begun trying to even out the grade spread on the bouldering wall, so have a look, try some problems and get back to us with your comments! The infamous volumes problem on the 45 board will stay up for the next week, so get cranking!

Anna during the summer enjoying the gritstone after the BYCS (British Youth Climbing Series)

Monday 7 November 2011

New Wall Preview

Tonight is the new wall preview, so come down from 5.00PM onwards and have a look at the plans for the new wall development! There will be nibbles!

Saturday 5 November 2011

Winter Bouldering League
Round 2 Results


Thanks to everyone who attended. The atmosphere was fantastic and everyone seemed to enjoy the problems! The next comp is on the 2nd of December! So get training!
Thanks also go out to our main sponsor for this round Craigdon Mountain Sports http://www.craigdonmountainsports.com/ and also Aberdeen Snowsports Centre http://www.skiaberdeen.com/ for prizes!
Heres what you have been waiting for....

The Results




Thursday 3 November 2011

Winter Bouldering Comp Tomorrow!

Don't forget! TONIGHT Round two!




www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=282618591772238


Wednesday 2 November 2011

Route setting by Neil McGeachy

Last Friday Neil McGeachy was at TE route setting. He set a 6c,7a,7c,6c and a 5! So something for everyone! Neil is an outstanding all round climber and has a wealth of route setting experience.

Check out his "Geek Climbing & Coaching" blog, http://geekclimb.blogspot.com/

And his bio on the MC of S website, http://www.mcofs.org.uk/neilmcgeachy.asp

Come down and try them! We have brought back the route book, so comments (nicely.....) can be made on each route.


Road Closures during Firework Display



For more infomation have a look on the Aberdeen City Council website

Tuesday 1 November 2011

Tiso Discount Evening

Saturday 29 October 2011

SCOTTISH TOOLING

The final wood chips have floated to the floor, and the weary arms of the toolers have long gone. After a full day, a tense final and plenty of dry tooling action at the wall, here is a few snaps! Results up asap!

















Monday 24 October 2011

REMINDER: Scottish Tooling this weekend!

This is a reminder that preparations are under way for this weekends Scottish Tooling Series! If anyone has an old hose pipe or tyres hanging around the garden shed, and wants rid of it, bring them down to the centre!

For the event it is best to register before hand, through this link:-

http://www.scottishtoolingseries.co.uk/compreg/

It is possible to register on the day, but it saves £5 and a lot of hassle pre-registering!

The Facebook event for it is here, click attend and like the Transition Extreme page!

On Friday the wall is interrupted as route setting will be taking places. The bouldering wall will be closed all day and routes will be disturbed and will close totally from 16.00 onwards. We apologize for this, but hope you understand.

Kids clubs and adult learn to climb still running!

We hope to see everyone down on Saturday!

Have a look at the video from the first round of the STS held at the Ice Factor. http://vimeo.com/30516500

Sunday 23 October 2011

Patagonia

For those hiding from the grey weather and need pysche to train, check out this amazing video from John Griffith.

Its been up a while, but is perfect inspiration for those dreaming of there next North Face, or building up the training in preparation for the coming winter.

If anyone has any training articles that have been particularly useful, bring in a copy as we are compiling a resource for climbers to use when resting between red points or boulder problems. It will be housed in the new boulder comments book (rapidly filling up with grade debate...). Bring them down!



Patagonia 2010 from Jonathan Griffith on Vimeo.

Saturday 22 October 2011

The end of the October holidays

October Camps
We have finally finished a hectic two weeks of October camps. Tom Stork and Tom Russell have both undertaken lots of climbing sessions with the camp members. Everyone had a great time, with lots of exhausted faces at the end of the day (especially the instructors).

Bouldering Wall
Tom Russell has been continuing his revamp of the bouldering wall. It now boasts:-

-Two new easy routes on the 45 degree board. These are perfect for people either looking for some first time problems on the steeper boarders, or for endurance training. The routes can be easily joined together by downclimbing the problems, as they start from the same spot. Tom Stork can confirm this is very pumpy!

-A crimps circuit on the 45, follow the tape anti-clockwise, keep going for as long as possible!

-More kids boulder problems taped up.

Events
Today is the Glenmore Lodge round of the Scottish Tooling series, and next week is us! We have been hard at work stocking up on lots of bits and pieces to make the event as successful as last years. See in centre for the posters and try cram in some last minute fig fours and pull ups!

Tim Rankin

Once again, as part of out ongoing project of highlighting some of the best photography of climbing in Aberdeen, we introduce a face well known around the wall. Tim Rankin's Flickr site is a perfect resource for those climbing in the area as Tim was and still is a massive part of the development of the North East scene. Check it out!

http://www.flickr.com/photos/rankers/


Monday 17 October 2011

Core Climbing

We've had a very exciting delivery from Core Climbing today. This is what they have to say about themselves,

"Core Climbing was formed in 2008 by three Sheffield-based climbers,
Tim Marsh, Stephen Royle and Leo Moger. Having the legendary Peak district on our doorstep is a great inspiration, as are many years spent climbing and travelling. Capturing the essence of all the different venues and rock types we visited, our climbing holds bring the outdoors onto your climbing wall. "

Check out there website:-
http://www.coreclimbing.co.uk/

Sunday 16 October 2011

Another busy week

Tom Russell and Oli Boyes have once more been hard at work route setting in the wall. With several new routes from 5-6c added, hopefully there is something to please everyone!

We will be bringing back the comments book for the routes, so feel free to share your opinions (nicely...) regarding the routes. The team all work really hard to keep things fresh and dynamic so we would like to hear your views!

We will also be introducing an open book for comments regarding bouldering. This to allow you to express your opinions on the style and grade of the routes, as well was what you want to see in the future. We want to hear from you!

Following on from last week, the TE blog would like to introduce the work of another regular wall climber Henning Wackerhage, a winter beast! His UKC gallery is a great source of photos and inspiration! Also have a look at his blog.

http://graniteandice.blogspot.com/

http://www.ukclimbing.com/photos/author.html?id=44868


Tuesday 11 October 2011

Project Development Officer

Transition Extreme and the University of Aberdeen are recruiting. If this looks like your cup of tea and you fit the criteria then apply by following this link!

Monday 10 October 2011

Tooling

Have a look at Mark Chadwick's report on the first round of the Scottish Tooling Series. Transition Extreme is up next!








Sunday 9 October 2011

Winter Boulder Comp 2011/12 Leg 1 Film Edit


Transition Extreme Winter Bouldering League Round 1 from piotr wisthal on Vimeo.


Many thanks to Piotr for his time and skills filming and editing. We can't wait till the next comp

Thanks once again to Tiso http://www.tiso.com/ and Aberdeen Snowsports Centre http://www.skiaberdeen.com/ for providing prizes.
Remember Remember Friday the 4th of November!

Saturday 8 October 2011

TE Photographers: Neil Morrison

As part of the revamp, we will be showcasing and linking to some of the best photographers that frequent Transition Extreme!

First up is the undisputed champion of the veterans category, Neil Morrison. A well know face at the wall and editor of the classic North East Outcrops guidebook (a must for any Aberdonian climber), his Flickr gallery is a great resource for scoping out crags or beta for some of Scotland's classic routes.


Me approaching the 2nd crap peg (upside down angle!) Missing Link, Shelterstone


Setting and the STS

Tom Russell and Stuart Stronach have been hard at work on Friday route setting. Working at the same time, the holds were flying in!

Two new 6c’s and a new 7a have gone up, perfect to start the winter training regime with.

Tom Stork set on Thursday with a new 6b, and a number of 5’s and 6a’s have been planned for the next week, so the drills have had little rest.

Plans are under way for the third round of the Scottish Tooling series (http://www.scottishtoolingseries.co.uk/) held at Transition Extreme. Check out the Facebook event for it and RSVP!

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=255263657842249

Posters have gone up around the centre, start sharpening your tools now!

Sunday 2 October 2011

Climbing Wall Award Training course spaces available


There is a Climbing Wall Award (CWA) training course running in Aberdeen on the 19th and 20th November with spaces available to book.  The course is directed and provided by Pete Hill MIC.

This course provides the starting point for the MLTUK administered scheme for instructing groups on artificial climbing walls in the UK.  To find out more click one of the links above.  There are some minimum requirements for attending this course (climbing experience and being registered with the MLTUK for the CWA).

If you're already in the know about the scheme or would like to book then do so through Pete's site here where you will find all the information you need.

Saturday 1 October 2011

Winter Bouldering Round 1 Results

Winter Bouldering League
Round 1 Results

Thanks go out to everyone who attended. The atmosphere was fantastic and everyone seemed to enjoy the problems! Its not long till the 4th of November, so get training!

Thanks also go out to Tiso http://www.tiso.com/ and Aberdeen Snowsports Centre http://www.skiaberdeen.com/ for prizes!

Mens Elite and Vets

NamePointsPosition
Ali Robb1871
John Brown182 2
Marcus Bean1713
Ry McHenry1644
Andrew Simpson1635
Mike Cunningham1606
Merlin Floate1606
Ross Hunter1578
Kris Devlin1559
Stuart Stronach14010
James Prowse13711
Paul Raeside13312
Callum Johnson13213
Hamish Fraser12914
Joseph Nolan12215
Neil Morrison*12215
Paul Kinnaird11617
Nick Anderson11118
Brad Newman11019
Ben Lownie10920
Roman Kutlak10821
Jason Currie10722
Stuart Adams10722
Eric Sandstedt9924
Keith Lauder9825
Edward Nind9126
Mark Chambers9027
Stuart Message8228
David Hainsworth*5729

Womens Elite Points Position


NamePointsPosition
Caroline Sham 1801
Anna Wells 170 2
Vicki Mayes1453
Rachel Bennet504

Junior Boys Points Position


NamePointsPosition
Scott Keir 187 1
Jack Gomersall 130 2
Scott Donaldson953
Calum Stronach474

For Fun Points


NamePoints
Gary Connor160
Kyle Gasking154
Dayni McConnell111
Iain Cackette107
James Mcpherson101
Paul Clatworthy97
John Donaldson90
Mike Jennings87
Stuart Keir77
Stuart Thompson70

Thanks once again for attending and see you at the next round!

Tuesday 27 September 2011

Scottish Tooling Series comes to Transition for 2011

That's right; the successful Scottish Tooling Series is set to return to Transition Extreme for the 3rd of the 4 rounds set for 2011.

The competition will be held at Transition Extreme on the 29th of October.  This means that there will be disruption to the Climbing Centre on the 28th whilst the route setting takes place and the entire wall will be closed on the 29th.  Come along and get involved in some fun Dry Tooling antics.

For more information and to register for this fantastic and fun event check out the STS site here.


Sunday 25 September 2011

TIm In The Cave!

Im sure many of you guys have seen this before but if not here is our very own general manager Tim Rankin on the first ascent of Crescendo 8a+ in the Orchestra Cave.

Enjoy!!!


Orchestra Cave from piotr wisthal on Vimeo.

Tuesday 20 September 2011

CUSTOMER NOTICE Wall Closure 23rd/24th September

Due to the Scottish Youth Bouldering Championships the bouldering wall will be closed all day on Friday 23rd of September and the climbing centre will be closed all day on Saturday 24th of September.

We apologise for any inconvenience.

SYBC 2011

Hey folks,

Here's a wee reminder for any of you that are (or know anyone who is) aged  between 8 and 19 and in to your bouldering.  The Scottish Youth Champoinships are ruinning at Transition Extreme this weekend.  To register or for more information go to; www.mcofs.org.uk.


Monday 19 September 2011

Bouldering Wall Modification



Hey as many of you guys may have noticed we were doing a little work on the bouldering wall last week. It is now finished with some interesting problems set on it.


We have changed the wall to overhang for just under 8 feet at 65 degrees!! The top is only 10 degrees but we will aim to make it as interesting as the steep start!


Let us know what you think and if you have any ideas for any other modifications and problems you would like to see at transition.

Tranistion Extreme Winter Bouldering League



Friday 16 September 2011

Living in Longhope - An evening with Dave McLeod

Tuesday 25th October, starts 7.30pm, Tickets £5 pop in to the Tiso store 1 John Street for more info

Tuesday 13 September 2011

Monday 12 September 2011

Tom Russel in the Squam!

Check out this video of Climbing supervisor Tom Russel in Squamish.



Friday 2 September 2011

Thursday 18 August 2011

Vacancies

We have a number of vacancies just now including; Ad Hoc Receptionist, Full time Duty Climbing Instructor and Full time Lead receptionist & Bookings coordinator.  Check out the website for further information:

http://www.transition-extreme.com/about-us/jobs/

Tuesday 16 August 2011

Monday 8 August 2011

CLOSURE REMINDER 10th AUGUST


Please be aware that the wall will be closing early on Wednesday 10th of August from 6:30pm due to a private event taking place.

The wall will be open again as usual on Thursday the 11th from 10am as usual

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Thursday 4 August 2011

We are recruiting!

Job Advert for: Duty Climbing Instructor
Hours of Work: Full Time (shift pattern)
Rate of Pay: £7.45

Role:
Transition Extreme is currently looking to recruit a Climbing Duty Instructor

You will be responsible for the safe day to day operations of the climbing centre responsible for coordinating and running courses and coaching clubs as well as overseeing all aspects of health and safety.

Qualifications/Experience:
Climbing Wall Award is desirable.
Valid HSE recognised first aid qualification is essential.
Coaching and Instructing experience is essential.
Experience in working in a climbing wall environment is preferred.
You will also have excellent communication skills and be a team player.

About us:
Transition Extreme is an ambitious, award winning social enterprise and registered charity, which operates a world class extreme sports facility in Aberdeen.  It is dedicated to engaging with young people via participation in extreme sports and related art and music activities.   Our excellent facilities for skateboarding, BMX, inline skating and climbing are open to everyone and we aim to use these to help young people channel their energy, develop their skills and maximise their potential as they make the difficult transition from youth to adulthood.

Application notes:
For a full job description and to apply, please visit www.transition-extreme.com returning the completed application form to duncan-paterson@transition-extreme.com
or post toHuman Resources, Transition Extreme Sports Limited
Links Road, Queen’s Links, Aberdeen, AB24 5NN.  Please mark the envelope ‘CONFIDENTIAL’.
Post subject to a Disclosure Scotland check.

Closing date: 19th August 2011
Interview date: w/c: 22nd August 


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Job Advert for: Ad Hoc Receptionist

Hours of Work: Casual as and when required
Rate of Pay: £5.93

Role:
Transition Extreme is currently looking to recruit an Ad Hoc receptionist

You will work part of the reception team as the first and main point of contact for customers entering the centre.  Excellent customer care is essential as you will be required to assist with enquiries, deal with transactions and make bookings for a variety of activities and customers.

Qualifications/Experience:
You will have cash handling experience and a high level of customer service.
Experience in working in a leisure facility is preferred.
You will also have excellent communication skills and be a team player.

About us:
Transition Extreme is an ambitious, award winning social enterprise and registered charity, which operates a world class extreme sports facility in Aberdeen.  It is dedicated to engaging with young people via participation in extreme sports and related art and music activities.   Our excellent facilities for skateboarding, BMX, inline skating and climbing are open to everyone and we aim to use these to help young people channel their energy, develop their skills and maximise their potential as they make the difficult transition from youth to adulthood.

Application notes:
For a full job description and to apply, please visit www.transition-extreme.com returning the completed application form to duncan-paterson@transition-extreme.com
or post to:  Human Resources, Transition Extreme Sports Limited
Links Road, Queen’s Links, Aberdeen, AB24 5NN.  Please mark the envelope ‘CONFIDENTIAL’.
Post subject to a Disclosure Scotland check.

Closing date: 19th August 2011
Interview date: w/c: 22nd August 2011