John’s Problem | 8B+ Boulder problem at Crag X

United Kingdom / England / Buxton

Quick Info

Grade 8B+
Type Boulder problem
Crag Crag X
Country United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Rock type Limestone
History
First ascent Matthew Mendes (26th Mar 2026)
Recorded repeats 3

Quick Info

Grade 8B+
Type Boulder problem
Crag Crag X
Country United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Rock type Limestone
History
First ascent Matthew Mendes (26th Mar 2026)
Recorded repeats 3
Also known as Bizarre Ride SDS. Sit start to Bizzare Ride.

Originally a project tried by Josh Hummel-Newell who did all the moves but ultimately was unable to finish it.

Contributors
27 contributions since 26th March 2026.
15 contributions since 7th May 2026.
9 contributions since 7th May 2026.

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Ascents

4 successful ascents recorded.

Climber Style Ascent Date Suggested Grade
First ascent. 2 sessions.

Humbling experience, had to use kneebars because I was too weak and I still struggled. Felt 8B+ without knees

References

[1] https://www.8a.nu/crags/bouldering/united-kingdom/crag-x/sectors/unknown-sector-1eb8b/routes/bizarre-ride-sds

Pete Dawson Boulder | worked 4th Jun 2026

Didn't use knees