Are climbing holds tested for strength and safety?

Yes, at Chompers we test our fibreglass macros in line with EN 12572-3 requirements to ensure they meet strength and safety standards.

Testing is built into our processes. We validate holds to ensure they can handle the loads expected in commercial environments, including dynamic and high-impact climbing.

This is particularly important for fibreglass macros, where size and leverage can amplify forces. Our layered construction and reinforced fixing points are designed specifically to handle these conditions.

We also design against common failure modes like cracking, delamination, and fixing point failure. Combined with material purity (no fillers or weakened resin systems) this results in a more reliable product over time.

If you’re comparing manufacturers, this is one of the areas where quality varies significantly. Proper testing and material integrity make a measurable difference in long-term performance.

More detail on how we approach this can be found in our Climbing Hold Manufacturing