2024 was an incredible year for indoor climbing, but in 2025, we’re taking the experience even further. At Lizcore® System, we continue to innovate to make climbing gyms safer, smarter, and more engaging for all climbers.

This new year brings exciting updates:

Enhanced safety with the Safety Gate Auto-Belay – An AI-powered system designed to prevent accidents before they happen.

More connection and engagement with Lizcore Track – Allowing climbers to track their progress, join challenges, and build a stronger community—all without needing their phones while climbing.

Competitions with Lizcore® System and live rankings – Making event organization seamless with real-time tracking, ensuring transparency and accuracy in results.

This year, we want to continue growing alongside the climbing community, partnering with more gyms, and offering interactive and safe experiences for all skill levels.

A huge thank you to everyone who has trusted Lizcore this past year. 2025 will be the year of evolution in indoor climbing, and we want you to be part of it!

 Is your climbing gym ready to take the leap into digitalization and enhanced safety? Get in touch and join the Lizcore revolution!

Here’s to a 2025 filled with new challenges and successful sends!

Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) Objectives and Degree of Achievement at Lizcore

At Lizcore, we are committed to fulfilling the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) set by the United Nations, focusing on areas that resonate with our corporate mission and vision.

1. Inclusion and Reduction of Inequalities (SDG 10)

Actions: We have designed accessible devices for people with visual impairments, incorporating adaptive interfaces and auditory functionalities, allowing all climbers to enjoy our sport.

Compliance: Lizcore devices have been successfully used by climbers with visual impairments, enhancing their experience and safety in climbing.

Future Commitments: We plan to continue improving the accessibility of our products and collaborate with organizations dedicated to people with disabilities.

2. Responsible Production and Consumption (SDG 12)

Actions: Our devices are made from recycled materials and designed to be reusable, thus minimizing our environmental impact.

Compliance: We have achieved significant use of recycled materials in production and have obtained environmental certifications.

Future Commitments: We will strive to increase the use of recycled materials and further enhance sustainability in our production cycle.

3. Sustainable Cities and Communities, Climate Action, and Life on Land (SDG 11, 13, 15)

Actions: Lizcore dedicates a percentage of its profits to mountain cleaning and re-equipping climbing routes, contributing to the conservation of the natural environment and the well-being of climbing communities.

Compliance: We have funded and participated in numerous cleaning and re-equipping activities, resulting in a tangible positive impact on various climbing sites.

Future Commitments: We plan to increase our financial contribution to these initiatives and establish strategic partnerships with organizations dedicated to environmental sustainability and sustainable sports.

Transparency and Accountability

Lizcore is committed to maintaining transparency and accountability in all its actions related to the SDGs. We publish annual reports detailing our progress and collaborate with external audits to validate our contributions.

At Lizcore, we believe that business success goes hand in hand with social and environmental responsibility. We are dedicated to continuing our journey of active contribution to a more sustainable and equitable world.

Join the community of conscious climbers committed to the conservation of the natural environment.

Edgar Casanovas Lorente: Passionate Climber and Visionary Entrepreneur behind Lizcore®

Edgar Casanovas, founder and creator of the patent for the Lizcore system, stands out for his passion for climbing and his extensive experience in the sports sector. With an innate passion for entrepreneurship, he has created this new Startup in Barcelona. Let’s learn more about his career and how he came to create this already highly valued company.

Career and Passion for Climbing:

He started climbing at the age of 12, in the Barcelona area. After school, he spent hours at the city’s legendary climbing school, Castell de Montjuïc. At the age of 14, he discovered the La Foixarda sector, where he progressed in sport climbing and climbed with figures such as Edu Marín and his father, «The Beginner». At 16, he decided to make climbing his life and moved to the Pyrenees, where he trained as a climbing guide, becoming the first senior climbing technician in Spain.

As an athlete, he managed to climb until the eighth grade and traveled the world (Europe, Morocco, Greece, Thailand, Mexico, New Zealand…), exploring big walls in iconic places like Yosemite and Kjerag.

Climbing Professional:

His hobby led him to become a professional climber. As a coach, he obtained results at the national level and was the CTEEC coach. He is a national climbing judge, continued his profession as a guide and trained future climbing technicians such as: Patxi Usobiaga and Jerome Gutierrez.

Subsequently, he joined the climbing cycle entrance examination board.

Entrepreneur from the beginning:

Edgar has been an entrepreneur since he was 17 years old where he created his first mountain activities company, a mountain refuge and at the age of 21 he founded Climb in Catalunya, later, he created Lizardtraining, a company dedicated to climbing training.

The Fusion of Passion and Technology at Lizcore:

After identifying a need in indoor climbing, Edgar developed the Lizcore system, an innovation that he patented before launching it on the market. Lizcore System started with a team of four essential people.

• Scope and magnitude: Climbers with longer limbs might find it easier to reach distant holds on a route, while those with shorter limbs might face greater challenges in the same movements.
• Flexibility and mobility: A climber’s flexibility and mobility can also affect the perception of difficulty. A less flexible climber might find a route that requires demanding movements more challenging, while a more flexible climber might overcome these obstacles more easily.
• Relative strength and weight distribution: Weight distribution and relative strength in different parts of the body can also influence how a climber perceives the difficulty of a route. For example, a climber with a strong upper body might easily clear a ceiling, while another with greater lower body strength might find it easier to climb vertical routes that require technique and balance.

Commitment to Sustainability:

Committed to his mountain and climbing values, Edgar ensured that Lizcore maintained a link with the climbing community and sustainability. It implemented an investment round called FFC Round (Family, Friends and Climbers) and donated 1% of the profits of Lizcore to cleaning projects in climbing sectors, reaffirming its commitment to the conservation of the natural environment.

Edgar’s Personal Message

«Being CEO of a company like Lizcore requires being what some call a ‘shark’ in the business world, but I want to stay true to my values and surround myself with extraordinary people. Climbing has given me an incredible life and professional stability. Now, leading a startup, I don’t want those values to change. Self-improvement, respect, trust in colleagues and respect for nature are essential, as is helping those who have dreams.»

Conclusion:

We hope Lizcore grows while maintaining the values that society and the climbing community deserve. Before being a CEO, I am a climber passionate about my sport and my community.

What is indoor climbing?

Indoor climbing is a growing sport among athletes that takes place in a climbing gym or artificial climbing wall. An important point for these new climbers is that it is done in a controlled and safe environment. Climbers use specialized techniques and equipment to climb the wall, and can practice different types of climbing, such as sport climbing, bouldering, or speed climbing. The great benefit of this sport is that it covers several aspects of physical activity. It requires strength, endurance, balance, and concentration, and can be practiced by people of all ages and skill levels.

The main benefits of climbing are:

Improve strength and physical endurance

Indoor climbing is a full-body exercise that helps strengthen the muscles in the legs, arms, back, and abdomen. Additionally, as a resistance exercise, it helps improve cardiovascular capacity.

Develop coordination and balance

Indoor climbing requires great coordination and balance to progress on the wall. Over time, these aspects are developed and improved.

Increases concentration and attention

Indoor climbing requires great concentration and attention in order to safely progress up the wall. This helps improve these skills in other aspects of daily life.

Encourages socialization

Indoor climbing is an activity that can be done in a group, which promotes socialization and teamwork.

Reduce stress

Indoor climbing is an activity that requires great concentration and attention, which helps reduce stress and anxiety. Additionally, being a physical exercise, it helps release endorphins that produce a sense of well-being.

The importance of morphology in climbing

In the world of climbing, the morphology or body shape of a climber can have a significant impact on the practice of this sport. There are different types of bodies and proportions, and each presents advantages and disadvantages on the playing field.

Morphology and difficulty level in climbing

The morphology of a climber can affect the perception of the difficulty of a route, as different body types will experience different challenges when facing a climbing route. Some morphological factors that may influence how a climber perceives the difficulty of a route include:

Recognizing and understanding how morphology affects the perception of difficulty in climbing is essential for climbers to develop a personalized approach in their climbing practice. By knowing their own limitations and advantages, climbers can adapt their climbing style and tackle routes that best suit their physical characteristics. Additionally, by climbing with people of different morphologies, climbers can learn and acquire new skills from those whose approach differs from their own.

Climber-specific training

Although morphology is often thought to be a negative factor in climbing practice, it just takes a change in perspective. Within the different modalities and styles of climbing, there are always morphologies that enhance their characteristics to achieve faster success in certain styles.

Training is essential to progress quickly in the practice of this sport. And it’s not all about strength, as it may seem. The technique of grips, flexibility, balance, footwork technique, and of course explosive strength.

To improve the overall technique of progression, whether on rock or in a climbing gym, one must first become aware of the climber’s morphology and the advantages it provides. We can always find advantages. It is the limitations that are consciously trained to minimize the negative effect on future ascents.

If you need a specific training, do not hesitate to ask us. We are sure we can help you.

Diversity in climbing

The diversity in the morphology of climbers is an advantage for the climbing community as a whole. Climbing with people of different morphologies can help climbers learn from each other and adapt to different climbing styles.

This diversity of climber morphology requires route setters to make an extra effort to design routes and competitions that include this variety. It also allows climbers to challenge themselves with increasingly demanding movements for their physical condition.

Injury prevention based on morphology in climbing

Each type of morphology is subject to a more common type of injury. Climbers should be aware of their physical characteristics and how they may influence predisposition to certain injuries.

By recognizing the relationship between morphology and potential injuries, climbers can adapt their approach to stay healthy and enjoy a sustainable long-term climbing practice.

Variation in the perception of the difficulty level of a route according to the morphology of the climber

Although climbing routes often have an assigned grade to indicate their difficulty, it is important to recognize that the perception of this grade can vary among climbers due to differences in their morphology. The subjective perception of a route’s grade can be affected by morphological factors such as limb length, flexibility, and relative strength in different parts of the body.

Some examples of how morphology can influence the perception of the degree of a route include:

• A climber with a longer reach may find a route graded as 7a relatively easy, while another climber with a shorter reach may perceive the same route as a 7b or even more difficult due to the additional movements required to overcome the key steps.
• A climber with high flexibility may perceive a route graded as 6c as a 6a if the route requires demanding movements that are more accessible to them.
• A climber with well-developed lower trunk strength may find it easier to maintain balance on a technical route graded as 6a, while another climber with less strength in this area may perceive the same route as a 6b.

Ultimately, the perception of the difficulty level of a climbing route is subjective and can vary significantly among climbers due to differences in morphology. It is important for climbers to understand their own strengths and limitations and not solely focus on the assigned grade of a route. By knowing their abilities and physical characteristics, climbers can choose routes that suit their specific needs and challenges, and develop their own approach based on their morphology.

Embracing the Future of Climbing with Lizcore® System: A Revolutionary Leap into 2024

In 2024, the first climbing gyms will witness a revolution in their halls, where the quality of bouldering blocks will adapt to the climbers’ preferences, and motivation will grow to achieve personal challenges. This will be the year we embark on a transformative journey in indoor climbing.

For years, climbing gyms have relied on traditional methods to mark routes (boulders and leads): using the color of the holds or physical labels to indicate difficulty levels. But in 2024, Lizcore® System will introduce a revolutionary change: the launch of our Digital Grading and Gaming System for climbers.

This year marks the beginning of a new era in climbing gyms worldwide. Our cutting-edge system is not just a tool for grading the difficulty of routes or boulders; it’s an interactive experience that introduces a playful aspect into the world of climbing. This digital transformation means saying goodbye to the old ways of marking boulders and routes, eliminating confusion over labels and the use of the same color on holds. In 2024, climbers will be able to enjoy a dynamic and user-friendly interface that provides a clear and objective grading system.

Each individual’s grade depends on their body type.

Lizcore® System is more than a tool; it’s a community builder. In 2024, we’re not just changing the way routes are graded; we’re enhancing the entire climbing experience. Our system encourages climbers to push their limits, gyms to offer more to their members, and the entire community to participate in a more dynamic and interactive way.

We invite climbing gyms and enthusiasts to join us in this exciting new chapter. We’ll climb higher together with Lizcore® System in 2024, where technology meets passion, and every climb is an achievement.

Here’s to a year of innovation, excitement, and transformative climbing experiences!

THE IMPORTANCE OF CLIMBING GRADES

The grade of the routes is important in climbing practice to identify the difficulty of each route and to be able to climb safely. It is essential for climbers who seek to progress to be able to measure the level of activity as in any other sport.

This level of difficulty is associated with values within the different grading scales used to identify routes with the level of skill or training load that the climber seeks.

THE GRADING OF CLIMBING ROUTES IS SUBJECTIVE

Any of these factors make the grading of a climbing route very subjective. And even more so with factors that refer to the morphology of the climber. This topic has been a subject of debate especially in routes of high difficulty and great popularity. In rock climbing, it is a topic that continues to open many debates. However, in indoor climbing, within climbing gyms, Lizcore® System has provided the solution that opens the doors to personalized grading of the level of routes in the climbing gym.

HOW ARE GRADES ASSIGNED IN ROCK CLIMBING?

The grades of climbing routes are assigned by experienced climbers who have climbed that route or even the route setter. They are climbers with enough experience and knowledge to assess the difficulty of the route.

Generally, climbers who assign grades to routes are experts in a particular type of climbing and are familiar with the climbing style, rock type, and terrain characteristics. Often, climbers work together to evaluate a route and agree on a consensus grade.

In some cases, it is the climber who makes the first ascent of the route (first ascent FA) or the route setters who assign the grade. Subsequent climbers who climb the route may propose a grade, which can be reviewed and confirmed by other experienced climbers.

The difficulty of a route can be affected by external factors. Therefore, the grades of rock climbing routes may change over time as new ascents are made and more information about the route is acquired.

GRADUATION AL THE CLIMBING GYM

Inside a climbing gym, it is the routesetters who shape and define the type of climbing for each route or boulder problem. They are responsible for grading their own routes.

Routesetters typically assign difficulty grades based on their own perception of the route’s difficulty, drawing on their experience, skills, and technical knowledge. Some route setters may also seek the input of other experienced climbers to establish the difficulty grade of the route.

It is important to keep in mind that grades are subjective and can vary from one setter to another, so it is possible for two routesetters to assign different grades to the same route. Therefore, the grade of a route in a climbing gym should be taken as a general guide and not as an absolute measure of difficulty.

ROCK CLIMBING AND INDOOR CLIMBING GRADUATION

In the outdoors, a general consensus is sought within the local climbing community or by using the 8a.nu database. Whereas in indoor climbing routes, the grade is assigned by a professional route setter.

We must take into account this difference and understand that the difficulty level of a rock climbing route can be more reliable based on the number of climbers who can intervene depending on the popularity of the route. However, this does not mean underestimating the work of routesetters within climbing gyms, where routes are regularly equipped and disassembled.

The grades are based on the perceived difficulty of the route and can vary from one climbing gym to another.

CUSTOMIZED DEGREE ARRIVES TO CLIMBING

Lizcore® System is an ambitious climbing gym management system that includes route difficulty grading as one of its services. This new system has been developed by a group of climbers with the goal of enhancing the climbing experience within the gym.

One of the great advantages of Lizcore® System is that it offers a dynamic and scalable grading system. Unlike other grading systems, which are often inflexible and do not adjust to the morphology of climbers.

The Lizcore® System adapts to each climber by analyzing their morphology. This means that climbers can tackle routes of the specific grade they are seeking to improve their skills and find challenging routes that match their skill level.

If you are a climbing gym manager, a professional route setter, or a user of climbing walls, the Lizcore® System is definitely something you should know about.

Sustainability is one of the fundamental pillars in Lizcore’s philosophy. In its commitment to the environment, Lizcore® System technology is constantly evolving to minimize waste both in its manufacturing and maintenance.

Device update

When it comes time to update Graders sensors, Lizcore is committed to collecting old devices to reuse them if their condition meets the requirements for good performance and safety. This way, the amount of electronic waste generated by the company is reduced and a circular economy is promoted.

Lizcore not only offers advanced and safe technology for climbing, but also cares about minimizing its impact on the environment and promoting a sustainable culture in the climbing community.

Recycled materials

Lizcore also uses recycled plastics in the manufacturing of their Graders device casings. This way, the environmental impact in the production phase is reduced. The use of recycled materials is one of the sustainable practices that Lizcore implements on a daily basis, as part of their commitment to the environment and sustainable climbing.

By choosing the Lizcore® System technology, climbers not only get an advanced and safe climbing system, but also contribute to reducing the environmental impact of climbing.

Minimize the impact

As a company committed to the environment and sustainable climbing, Lizcore allocates 1% of its profits to the development of climbing and the conservation of the natural environment.

In collaboration with local organizations and communities, we carry out cleaning and maintenance actions in climbing areas to reduce environmental impact and preserve the beauty of these places for future generations.

Our objectives

Lizcore is currently undergoing evaluation and hopes to obtain B Corp certification in the near future. This certification is granted by B Lab, an independent organization that assesses the social and environmental performance of companies in areas such as governance, transparency, social and environmental impact, and community engagement.

B Corp certification is a recognition for companies that seek to have a positive impact on the world, not just their economic benefit. To obtain it, companies must meet the highest standards of social and environmental responsibility, and demonstrate their commitment to sustainability in all areas of their operation.

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THE INDOOR CLIMBING BOOM

Indoor climbing has been closely linked to rock climbing as a training tool for many years. In recent years, there seems to have been a revolution within climbing gyms with more and more people becoming enthusiasts of this indoor discipline.

Lizcore® System has decided to contribute another piece to this R-evolution of indoor climbing, along with other innovative elements such as safety features or panels with illuminated holds, which are beginning to define this activity as a great sport rather than just a complement to rock climbing.

THE MARKING OF THE DEGREE

The grading system in climbing gyms does not have a unique way of being done. The most common solution is to group grades into colors. This way, the gym can grade their routes in a very visual way. Stickers of different colors, holds of the same color, and other various solutions are often used. These methods always add certain limitations for the route setter.

Lizcore® System, in this aspect, has found a solution that expands the grading scale and makes tasks easier for the route setter without losing the visual factor of colors.

Current climbing gyms do not have specific options for managing their climbing resources such as active route listings and grading, equipment management, etc. Lizcore® System provides a solution to these needs in a modern and updated way to meet today’s needs: Real-time information.

Lizcore is the best solution for climbing gyms that want to stay at the forefront of the industry and have a more efficient management of their business without the need for major changes to their computer system or a new installation of wiring in the structure.

Lizcore is designed for gym managers, climbers, and route setters.

A BETTER EXPERIENCE FOR EVERYONE

Today, the digital ecosystem of sports activities is crucial for users. Access to maximum information and preferably in real time. The success of Strava® is the perfect example of the trend in sports practices. Lizcore® System is the first patented system to achieve this in the indoor climbing sector.

A SATISFIED CLIMBER

The climber’s experience is crucial and Lizcore® System has managed to follow in the footsteps of other sports sectors. It has made the climber see and interact with their activity within the climbing gym: climbed routes, climber’s progress, personal challenges, shared challenges, maximum route information, access to rankings, and endless possibilities.

The climbing gym climber no longer climbs alone. Now they have a whole community of climbers in their app.

Climbers now have a dedicated app for their sport to have fun, train, and socialize with a multitude of options it offers.

THE PROFESSIONAL ROUTESETTER

The task of the route setter within the climbing gym has always been essential, although not as visible as the professional would probably like. Lizcore® System takes this role very seriously, which is why it has created a customized product line exclusively for the route setter profile:

• greater visibility
• access to a record of equipment in each room
• entering the social environment with the rest of the climbers
• and the opportunity to earn ratings from their end users, the climbers.

Route setters now have a tool that allows them to take their work to another level.

EFFICIENT MANAGEMENT

The increase in this hobby for nature-related sports, especially climbing, canyoning, and the like, has led to a growing demand for climbing gyms in recent years. This has forced gyms to seek better solutions to manage their businesses and maximize their profits.

Lizcore® System, being aware of the industry, has created a system capable of managing all the resources and services available in a climbing gym more efficiently. A software that will make it easier for you to get to know your members and their preferences to adapt the resources of the climbing gym and increase the rates of loyalty and acquisition of new climbers.

SMART TECHNOLOGY IN YOUR CLIMBING GYM

Lizcore is a SMART system connected directly to our servers to offer you a revolutionary experience in the sector.

Customized applications for climbing gym managers, climbers, and route setters. Everything you need to enhance your experience.

The functionalities of these applications are specifically focused on indoor climbing, with special visibility for professional route setters.

HOW DOES LIZCORE® SYSTEM WORK?

The Lizcore® System is composed of autonomous battery-powered sensors that are installed wirelessly as additional holds on each route or block.

These sensors are configured and managed through the Lizcore application, available on both computer and mobile devices. Once climbers identify themselves with their Lizy bracelet, their data is displayed in the application.

The Lizcore App includes dedicated functions for managers, route setters, and climbers.

SENSORS AND DEVICES

The journey that awaits Lizcore® System is infinite. The current version is designed with different sensors to identify, detect, and inform users. It consists of the Lizy identification bracelet and the Grader Start, Grader Zone, and Grader Top sensors.

The journey that awaits Lizcore® System is infinite. The current version is designed with different sensors to identify, detect, and inform users. It consists of the Lizy identification bracelet and the Grader Start, Grader Zone, and Grader Top sensors.

Lizy Bracelet

It is the device that identifies each unique user. It also allows you to manage your vouchers, membership card, and your purchases of isotonic drinks in the climbing gym. All of this according to the options offered by the gym.

It is the device that identifies each unique user. It also allows you to manage your vouchers, membership card, and your purchases of isotonic drinks in the climbing gym. All of this according to the options offered by the gym.

Grader Start

Sensor located at the beginning of each route or block. It identifies the climber and at the same time provides information about the route’s characteristics: customized grade, style of start, number of moves, equipper, etc. It is the sensor responsible for recording the climber’s activity.

Grader Zone

This sensor is optional. Designed primarily to mark the passage through a scoring intermediate zone during the route.

Grader Top

Confirm your chaining on the last hold of the route, saving in your history all the routes achieved and their times. The Lizcore App will display the climber’s progression and improvements.

Lizcore App

The application has 3 versions for the 3 profiles defined in this version: Manager, Route setter, and Climber.

The sports application that will revolutionize the world of indoor climbing.

Indoor climbing is a sport that takes place in an enclosed space, such as a gym or climbing wall. It involves climbing artificial walls that simulate natural rock, using climbing techniques and safety equipment.

IS INDOOR CLIMBING SAFE?

This discipline has become popular in recent years due to its accessibility and safety. Unlike traditional outdoor rock climbing, indoor climbing has a specific safety equipment that includes harnesses, ropes, carabiners, and self-locking mechanisms, which have minimized the danger in the most modern climbing gyms.

WHO CAN PRACTICE IT?

Indoor climbing is a sporting activity that can be practiced by people of all ages and skill levels. The climbing walls are designed to offer different levels of difficulty, from beginner to expert, allowing climbers to progress and improve their skills.

BENEFITS OF INDOOR CLIMBING

A very complete physical activity, as it requires strength, endurance, balance, and flexibility. Additionally, it is an activity that promotes concentration, patience, and problem-solving, as each climbing route presents a different challenge.

The ideal option for those who want to experience the thrill of climbing and the adventure of self-improvement.

• Without long trips to the mountains.
• It can be practiced at any time of the year, regardless of weather conditions.
• It is practiced in a controlled and safe environment, reducing the risk of injuries and accidents.
• Equipped routes on the walls offer a wide variety of increasingly creative movements.
• It offers a great variety of challenges and levels of difficulty.
• It is a social and fun activity that can be practiced in groups. Climbers can work together to overcome challenges and encourage each other as they progress in the climb.

REVOLUTIONIZING INDOOR CLIMBING

Lizcore® System has brought a revolution to the indoor climbing sector with new options to exponentially enhance the user experience. Following in the footsteps of the most popular sports app, Lizcore has digitized the climber’s activity to generate endless options that climbing gym managers can use to attract and retain their users.