I realized the existing demand for climbing sport to be done conveniently without the need for expensive high ceiling space, ropes or group reservation. Conventional climbing walls on the market had high operational costs, and were difficult to arrange without an instructor presence. With our product, we can bring true climbing sport available in a new better way.

Years have passed by since I came up with the idea of Climbstation. By this time, the product is all around the world and its journey has never stopped! I decided to share the incredible experiences from my trips. When I travel to set up the Climbstation I gain many great experiences. Experiences that are worth sharing here as well! 

I am now on my way back from India, be prepared for the next post!



 

Small details are many times the most important ones. We have kept the outer ClimbStation dimensions the same since 2009. This size has proven to be ideal for climbers and locations. Not too big or too small. What you cannot see from the pictures is the inside and details. We have done a lot of research in developing the software, mechanics and other components. Whats inside is new.

Focus on safety, reliability and functionality to maintain and do service when needed.
All 2015 ClimbStations are driven by industrial grade frequency converters and three phase, variable speed engines on both the tilting and rotation so you will experience smooth operation, lower noise level and best reliability.

New frame design improves logistics. Compact size in package reduces costs in freight and makes it easier to ship and install it!

This means better terms and conditions for you. It might be even a possibility to test it before final purchasing decision, lowering your risk of investment to minimum.

Have you ever been thinking about arranging climbing activity to your business? Now it is the best time to get started:

1. Contact us and we make you the proposition regarding the best product for you
2. We negotiate the ideal purchasing plan for you. (Rent, Leasing or Cash Buy)
3. We calculate and arrange the shipping, installation and provide full product training for trouble free operation. After this you are ready to attract your customers, I know they will love it!

Have a healthy and prosperous New Year 2015,

Kaarle Vanamo
CEO, Inventor

Kiitos Elämyslahjat.fi palvelulle. Oli huima tapahtuma Kampissa. Sen verran paljon väkeä että täytyi laittaa pari henkilöä kiipeilemään yhdellä laitteella :) Tahdon kiittää kuluneesta vuodesta ja toivottaa oikein hyvää Joulua sekä uutta Vuotta 2015.
Tässä pari lahjaideaa!
Joululahjaidea 1: Elämyslahjojen lahjakortti kiipeilemään
http://www.elamyslahjat.fi/lahjat/climbstation-kiipeilyseina
Joululahjaidea 2: Anna lahja jolla pääset vaikuttamaan. Nyt voit osallistua ClimbStationia valmistavaan yhtiöön ja hankkia osakkeita Invesdor palvelun kautta.
invesdor.com/finland/en/pitches/335?token=6993cfd22ea2425e5f88d74bc232fd7d

World is full of stuff and dispensable products. Elämyslahjat.fi in Finland is a service provider selling gift cards to experiences. Its a perfect and nature friendly way of remembering your friends during birthdays, events and more. Check out the link above. (it is Finnish, as so is the service provider and location for this climbing gift card.)

However, this is a great example which will also work around the world. Give yourself a treat and experience. Enjoing the time together is many occasions better than dispensable stuff.

This video is ideal for new users looking at the ClimbStation in malls or other locations. It attracts, shows it in action and how to get started. Note: this video is without sounds.

Thinking about easy payment system. Convenient for you and your customers? Sell them climbing rights by adding time and value to the key ring tag. 


One of our new feature is that you can have ClimbStation with a smart card / tag reader. Edit the tag fast and easily with the ClimbStation display without the need of separate tag chargers or internet connection.

How it works:

1. Give your customer for example 30 min right to use the equipment with the price you like. Let say you sell it for 10 €
   
2. Decide how many minutes each session is and therefore the system reduces time from the tag. In case you set it to 3 min, your customer will enjoy 10 times climbing of 3 min each or you may set to 15 minutes if 2 times for 15 minutes is better.
   
3. Do the calculation and settings flexible as you want. Either way, sell couple of climbing rights a day, and product investment is worth it.
   

Check out the cool West Edmonton retail store Sport Chek and how they use ClimbStation and other innovations to make it as: "the most digitally advanced retail experience in the world"

Read the whole Gizmag article from here.
http://www.gizmag.com/sportchek-interactive-flagship-store/30841/

Welcome to meet us and see Climbstation innovations on Fibo Fitness. Hall 6, Stand B65. Between 3rd.-6th. Of April 2014.

Fear of failure and falling are the real risks in climbing. Mentally it can be a very big obstacle to climb, continue further or even try climbing. You can build your confidence with mental training tips and other practicing materials. 
I think for beginners and also pros its always a good idea to go for bouldering and a of course use a ClimbStation to build your confidence, endurance, skills and technique before reaching for real heights.

Sport Chek store in West Edmonton Mall attracts customers in a new active and interactive ways. . I think there are a lot to learn from them. Congratulations to Sport Chek for their new location.

Read the whole store from attached link / Edmonton Journal. Here is a part of the article:

Kyle Murray, associate professor of marketing and the director of the School of Retailing at the University of Alberta, said Sport Chek and Atmosphere are looking for ways to bring customers into the store with activity zones.
“Stores like the Apple Store and the Disney Store have demonstrated that if you create a space that’s really engaging, it actually has a major impact on sales per square foot,” Murray said. “A lot of retailers are moving toward making that in-store environment so engaging that people want to spend time in the store, so you’re not just going to buy and research these things online. You’re going to go try out your climbing shoes on the wall and check out the treadmill in person or swing a bat or shoot a hockey puck.

“It’s part of giving people a reason to come into the store as more and more people are seeing online shopping as a viable alternative.”