Flash Bash 2026

Spring Competition

Whether you are new to climbing or a seasoned pro, test your skills in a fun, friendly, community competition.

Flash Bash will be a "Flash format" - competitors will have three attempts to complete each of the 40 routes.

Earn raffle tickets for your sends and have a blast on the wall. No finals, just fun!

About

Scoring & Prizes:

Scoring will be done by each individual. Details on scoring process will be shared during rules session prior to each wave.
Climbers will have up to three attempts on each of the 40 boulders.
Raffle tickets will be earned for every climb completed: 2 tickets per flash, 1 for each ascent. Climbers may collect their tickets for raffle entry upon completion of their climbing session.
Prizes will be drawn upon completion of the event. Climbers do not need to be present to win.

Registration:

Registration is available on our website here or in person at Big Island Bouldering
Registration on or before April 24th will include a competition T-shirt for pick up at the event.
Competitors who register after April 24th will receive T-shirts on a first come, first served basis, while supplies last.

Pricing:

Members & BIB Youth Club: $30
Non-Members: $40
BIB Youth Team: free
Day-of Registration: $35 Members, $45 Non-Members

Spectators Welcome!

Not competing? Come watch the action and cheer on your community! Spectators are welcome to cheer on competitors and enjoy the event free of charge.
For safety and liability reasons, everyone entering the gym must sign a waiver, even if you’re not climbing or using equipment. Please create an account and sign our waiver electronically prior to visiting for a quick & seamless entry.

Boulders

The competition routes will be set on Spirit Island and the Comp Wall.
Big Island and the fitness area will be open and available for general admission throughout the day.

Event Schedule

For anyone new to Big Island, please complete your online waiver and in-person orientation prior to 8:30am (wave 1) or prior to 11:30am (wave 2) to expedite your experience.

The competition has two start times to reduce over-crowding.

Wave 1

8 - 8:30am Check-in

8:45am Rules Meeting

9am Wave 1 Climbing Begins

Wave 2

11 - 11:30am Check-in

11:45am Rules Meeting

12pm Wave 2 Climbing Begins

3:00pm Competition concludes, all walls open to the general public

Rules

HOW TO COMPLETE A COMPETITION BOULDER PROBLEM:

You must use a 4-point start. All 4 limbs must be on the marked starting holds and you must show control before making a move. Starting position is indicated by 4 tags, 1 for each limb.
Do not use holds from other climbs. You must use only the specific color of holds, volumes and the wall. Wall bolt holes and top lip of the wall are OFF, you cannot use them.
Match and show control on the top of the climb. You must touch both hands to the final hold/top of the wall and hold control to complete a climb.

MARKING ATTEMPTS & SENDS:

For a failed attempt: Put a tick through the box of the attempt number. An attempt counts as soon as you lift off of the mat.
For a successful send: Initial the box of the attempt number.

TAKE TURNS!

After an attempt, step back from the climb and let others try. If you fall off before getting the first move, you can immediately give one more attempt. Make sure your climb doesn’t run into another climber’s route!

Once you finish climbing, bring your card to the raffle table to get your tickets and put them towards prizes!

Wall Closures

Check back in early May for details on wall closures leading up to the event.