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How to Plan Routes (Cairn)

Route planning basics for Cairn: safe vs fast, risk vs stamina.
Feb 2, 2026

TL;DR

Plan by consequence, stamina margin, and protection density.

Steps

  1. Read the wall
  2. Mark consequence points
  3. Choose safe/balanced/fast style
  4. Set piton budget
  5. Set stamina rhythm
  • Route Compare
  • Piton Budget
  • Stamina Pacing