Industry professionals and climbers of all stripes are getting excited for the inaugural Indoor Climbing Expo! You don’t want to miss it. Got your tickets yet?
One thing about Chattanooga in December…the outdoor climbing conditions can be incredible! It’s the best time of year for southern sandstone, and there is SO MUCH rock around—check out the Climbing Areas page on the SCC website for access details, parking information and beta. Here are some popular spots, but this list only scratches the surface. You can also stop by the SCC booth to get the beta directly.
- TRAD – T-Wall and Sunset Rock are both classic single pitch, predominantly trad crags close to downtown.
- SPORT – Foster Falls, Denny Cove, Woodcock Cove and Deep Creek are all classic sport areas within an hour of Chattanooga.
- BOULDERING – Stone Fort, Middle Creek, Pep Boys, Lower Pot Point Boulders and Dayton are all great bouldering spots as well.
Lodging Partners & Options
It’s not too soon to make your lodging plans. Be sure to book through the links below for preferred pricing at the two hotels by the Convention Center.
MARRIOTT DOWNTOWN
(this hotel is attached to the Expo)
Book through this link for preferred pricing.
HOTEL BO
(this hotel is across the street from the Expo)
Book through this link for preferred pricing.
THE CRASH PAD
An amazing local climber-owned hostel in the heart of downtown that rents crash pads for $10-$15/day. Use code CLIMBEXPO for 10% off lodging.
Redpoint Inn – campsite and restaurant in nearby town of Jasper, short drive from downtown and close to Foster Falls, Denny Cove and Castle Rock.
Prentice Cooper State Forest – limited free primitive camping close to downtown.
Expo Week Activities
There are a TON of activities planned during the Expo. Of course there are vendor booths in the Expo Hall (open Noon-5pm on Wed to Fri, and 10am-2pm on Sat), but that’s not even close to being everything there is to do:
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- Pro Athletes in a Board Comp—with big names like Maya Madere, Paul Robinson, Allison Vest, Ravioli Biceps, Sierra Blair-Coyle, Mickael Mawem and more—competing for a shot at the $15K+ cash purse to be held on the Expo Hall floor on Thursday evening.
- CBJ Grip Showcase at Synergy featuring 30 banger boulders set with the latest and greatest shapes from top brands.
- Bounty Boulders at High Point on Saturday night.
- Roundtable Topic Discussions each weekday morning, including discussions on opening a gym, routesetting, gym-to-crag, insurance, sustainability and USA Climbing.
- Hands-On Activities each weekday morning, including hold shaping, hold maintenance, and rope art creation.
- Routesetting & Training Clinics at local gyms and the Expo floor before opening.
- Meet a Nonprofit event to learn how your funds and energy help us gain and preserve access and drive progression in the sport.
- Educational sessions after expo hours, with topics on opening a gym, facility operations, targeted retail.
- Local Crag Tours by the SCC
Brands Who Plan To Exhibit
Does your brand want exposure at the Expo? A booth is the best way, but sponsorships will also get you seen. Register here to see sponsorship options and get ready to move fast on October 9th at Noon ET when they will be released on first-come first-serve basis.
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