Trango rock prodigy natural User manual

quick start guide
www.trango.com | Lafayette, CO
rock prodigy
natural
hangboard system

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congratulations on your purchase
of the rock prodigy natural!
Included in this quick start guide you will nd mounting instructions for your
new hangboard, an overview of holds available with the board, and two
sample workouts to introduce you to the principals of Rock Prodigy Training.
The Rock Prodigy Natural can be paired with any existing training
plan, and integrates seamlessly into the programs covered in the Rock
Climber’s Training Manual. Additionally, for those of you who use the
Trango Rock Prodigy App (available for free), there will be Natural
specic workouts updated to let you train even more efciently.
For users new to hangboard training, we recommend you begin slowly
(like any new exercise program) and listen to your body as you add
weight and difculty. For those of you with established training routines,
the Natural can be integrated into your existing workouts like any other
hangboard. Walk through the grips and determine the plan necessary to
complete your workout most efciently, then you are ready to begin!
As you begin to train with the Natural, please do not hesitate to reach out
to us directly with any questions regarding mounting, training, or usage so
we can ensure you have a successful introduction to your new hangboard.
Thanks, and happy training!

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mounting instructions
What you will need:
• Drill
• Level
• Tape measure
• Marker/pencil
• Philips Screwdriver
• Solid mounting surface for rails (location & installation dependent)
What you might need if using a mounting backer board:
• Mounting board
• Saw
• Hardware to attach Mounting Board- Depends on installation
*Attention: Please read all instructions before beginning your installation*
*We recommend marking & pre-drilling all screw holes before inserting screws*
PARTS INCLUDED:
Natural Board (2 parts) Board Cleat 8” (Qty 2)
11/8” Wood Screws (Qty 6) 3” Wood Screws (Qty 8)
Wall Cleat 18” (Qty 2)

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mounting instructions (con’t)
STEP 1: Locate a suitable area.
For the simplest option, nd a doorway with sufcient space on both sides
and above the door frame. You should have enough room to allow your
elbows, hands, and body to not touch anything other than the training center.
Make sure there are no hazards such as stairs or other obstacles nearby. You
also must maintain a minimum of 3” from the bottom of the rail cleats
3” clear area
required below
the cleat
STEP 2: Determine if you will use a Mounting Board behind Rail Cleats.
The Wall Cleats for the Natural are 18” in length so you may attach them to standard
stud widths of 16” on center. This is not the case in all locations where the Natural might
be mounted. Please make the determination that is the safest for the you the user.
STEP 3: Attach the Wall Cleats to your wall or
go to Step 6 if using a mounting board.
The two pieces should be placed at the exact same
height. Many people will choose to put them together
to make a continuous rail. Make slight adjustments to
the spacing and orientation of each piece as desired for
optimal comfort, considering the shoulder, elbow and
nger joints. The Wall Cleats have a sticker indicating
correct orientation for mounting. The slanted angle
should be facing towards the wall and on top.
STEP 4: Attach board cleats to Natural board.
Your Rock Prodigy Natural comes with 2 8” board cleats to complete the mounting
system. Position & mark the Board cleat with the top ush with the Natural
board & the angle facing towards the board (see inset image) Double check
your marks, pre-drill the holes and afx the cleats using the 11/8” screws.

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mounting instructions (con’t)
STEP 5: Inspect your installation.
Verify that all screws on the mounting board and Natural are tightened and
that the attachment is secure. The Natural should not move under load.
optional steps if using a mounting board
STEP 6: Take measurements and cut mounting board to size.
For the mounting board, Trango recommends smooth ¾” plywood, at least 12” x 36”
in size, or a 36” long piece of 2x10” lumber.
STEP 7: Attach the mounting board securely to the wall.
Make sure that you have a very secure connection to the supporting structure behind
the drywall (studs in most cases). Use no fewer than six 3” x #8 wood screws.
Remember that the forces on the Natural will often exceed your bodyweight.
Now RETURN TO STEP 3 to complete installation
Warning: It is your responsibility to choose an appropriate training location, free from other
obstacles or risks. Consider padding the area under and around you while using the Natural. It is
your responsibility to perform the installation correctly on a structure that is capable of supporting
forces in excess of your own body weight, or seek assistance from a qualied individual to perform
the mounting and evaluate the chosen mounting location. Failing to properly mount the Natural
could result in serious injury or death. Trango highly recommends performing research on multiple
training methods and theories before using this product. Failure to understand proper training
principles (such as warming up before every workout) could result in serious injury. WARNING!
BY USING THIS PRODUCT, YOU ACCEPT ALL RISK AND RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY INJURY,
DAMAGE OR DEATH THAT MAY RESULT. Trango disclaims all liability for all consequence, damage,
injury, or death that arises out of or relates to, directly or
indirectly, the use of the Rock Prodigy Natural.
Contact: Refer to www.trango.com with questions or to nd additional information.
completed installation
USE AND CARE: Clean hands before use to minimize excess dirt buildup. The Rock
Prodigy Natural is designed to be used with chalk and cleaned between sessions with
a natural ber brush. If chalk & dirt have built up you can clean the board with a more
aggressive brushing or via a light sanding using 120+ grit sandpaper.

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finger positioning key
IIndex Finger MMiddle Finger RRing Finger PPinky
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grip guide
The next pages will guide you through the various holds on the Rock Prodigy Natural
and help you locate some of the key holds for training movements. This guide is
not a comprehensive list of all the holds possible,and you are free to nd new and
unique grips to train that can more closely mimic individual holds on projects.
IMRP I M R P
JUG
hold dimensions
JUG: 40MM
CLOSED CRIMP: 7.5MM
TOP VARIABLE RAIL: 20-33MM (OUTSIDE TO INSIDE)
BOTTOM VARIABLE RAIL: 10-24MM (OUTSIDE TO INSIDE)
3 FINGER POCKET: 38MM
2 FINGER POCKET: 29MM
SUPPORTED POCKET: 36-26MM (OUTSIDE TO INSIDE)
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P
IM R P
WIDE PINCH
TT
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P
IMRP
MEDIUM PINCH

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TOP VARIABLE DEPTH RAIL (MEDIUM TO DEEP)
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MR
P
IMRP
BOTTOM VARIABLE DEPTH RAIL (SHALLOW TO MEDIUM)
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MR
P
IMRP
3,2,1 FINGER POCKET (DEEP)
IMR I M R
2,1 FINGER POCKET (SHALLOW)
MR M R
3,2,1 FINGER SUPPORTED POCKET (MEDIUM)
IMR I M R
CLOSED CRIMP
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TI M R P
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Below you will nd an introductory workout for the Rock Prodigy
Natural, designed to familiarize you with the orientations and rotations
of the board while providing a starting point for your hangboard
training. This workout groups training movements into sets based
on orientation, and is designed to allow you to rest between dened
sets. After nishing an individual grip set, pause one full cycle
(20s) before moving on to the next exercise in that orientation.
introductory workout
EXERCISE GRIP GUIDE
Jug
IMR 3 Finger Pocket Deep
Bottom Variable
Depth Rail
Wide Pinch
MR 2 Finger Pocket Deep
Top Variable Depth Rail
2 Minutes: Rest Recover
2 Minutes: Rest Recover
2 Minutes: Rest Recover

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TIME ON REST REPEAT
10s 10s 3X
(rest 20s once done)
10s 10s 3X
10s 10s 3X
(rest 20s once done)
5s 15s 3X
10s 10s 3X
10s 10s 3X
2 Minutes: Rest Recover
2 Minutes: Rest Recover
2 Minutes: Rest Recover
Remember, hangboard training is strenuous and places signicant
strain on ngers, tendons, and shoulders. We recommend climbers
fully warm up shoulders, arms, and ngers, and approach strenuous
grips with caution. Exercise care on challenging movements and
consider pairing the below workout with a pulley system to effectively
and repeatably reduce weight and maximize training efciency.
EXERCISE GRIP GUIDE
Jug
IMR 3 Finger Pocket Deep
Bottom Variable
Depth Rail
Wide Pinch
MR 2 Finger Pocket Deep
Top Variable Depth Rail

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The below workout was designed specically for the Rock Prodigy
Natural by the Anderson brothers, to give you a more in-depth
experience with your new training board. This workout will test
your nger strength and endurance while giving you an in-depth
overview of the unique benets of the Rock Prodigy Natural.
beginner workout
EXERCISE GRIP GUIDE
Jug
IMR Deep
Pocket
Bottom Variable
Depth Rail
Medium Pinch
MR Pocket
Top Variable
Depth Rail
Wide Pinch
MRP Deep
Pocket
Jug

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This workout represents a step up in difculty from the introductory
workout. Remember, hangboard training is strenuous and places
signicant strain on ngers, tendons, and shoulders. We recommend
climbers fully warm up shoulders, arms, and ngers, and approach
strenuous grips with caution. Exercise care on challenging movements
and consider pairing the below workout with a pulley system to effectively
and repeatably reduce weight and maximize training efciency.
TIME ON REST REPEAT
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)
10s 5s 6x
(rest 2min once done)

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MAXIMIZE YOUR ROCK PRODIGY
Upgrade your Rock Prodigy with these key accessories
Rock Climber’s Training ManualRock Prodigy Pulley Kit
• This guide to the Rock Prodigy
Training Method will get you
past training plateaus
• Training log for tracking progress
• Use the same methodology that
took the authors from 5.11 to 5.14
Maxmize strength gain
and reduce risk of injury.
Includes 2 pulleys, 2 eye
bolts, and 9’ accessory cord.
Send your toughest
routes yet!
research-backed method
for proven success
• Reduce resistance & weight on grip
• Train difcult positions without
hanging your full body weight
• Tips for use included in the
Rock Climber’s Training Manual
Other great
training tools at
trango.com
• Pre-set Beginner, Inter-
mediate, and Advanced
workouts for each board
• New “custom
workout” builder
• Adjust sets, reps,
and rests to ne-tune
your training
• Helpful images guide
you through grips
and workouts
Top-quality workouts developed by
the climbers behind the Rock Prodigy
Rock Prodigy Training App
FREE!
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available on the Apple App Store
and the Google Play Store
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