What does RP mean in climbing?


What does RP mean in climbing? Redpoint (RP) - climbing the entire route without any fall, using gear only for clipping. While climbing, you place the gear yourself (quickdraws or more).


What does C mean in climbing grades?

New routes put-up by big-wall aficionados often are given a New Wave rating using the original symbols with new definitions. When the letter C replaces A, the rating refers to clean climbing i.e., without a hammer.