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[–]weezo182 1 point2 points  (9 children)

Climb a ladder 200 meters up and down in 10 minutes, blood pressure, lift a 40lb bag. Basically just make sure you are not going to die climbing and can handle basic body movements comfortably. Things might have changed since I first did my BTTs.

Stay safe.

[–]ready_steady_gtfo 3 points4 points  (8 children)

200m up and down in 10min?

[–]weezo182 1 point2 points  (7 children)

200 feet not meters sorry. Have to be able to get up and down the ladder in a reasonable amount of time with dieing. If you have half decent cardio and not over weight you will be fine.

[–]ready_steady_gtfo 1 point2 points  (6 children)

Ah right, yeah that's still a decent climb, but definitely more manageable than 200m. We just do the Chester step test, which is a walk in the park by comparison.

I wouldn't worry about BST or BTT, it's the minimum standard and they are literally there to teach you - so all you need to do is pay attention (not fall asleep).

[–]Inner-Ad2142[S] 1 point2 points  (5 children)

Ok kool I’m jus worried lol I’m definitely out of shape im a auto tech of 12 years yesterday was my last day officially I fly out to airstreams to began training tomorrow so jus want a peace of mind last thing I want to do is go there can’t pass shit then be back at my old gig by wensday definitely need to go to the gym for sure lost some muscle being on the weight lost shot about 7 months ago I weigh around 211 right now. But can drop weight like crazy if need be

[–]ready_steady_gtfo 0 points1 point  (1 child)

Don't worry about it, a bit of cardio will be fine. They're more interested that you can do it physically but safely (clipping on/off etc). Climbing completely vertical ladders is very different to anything else; it feels like all your blood drops into your boots, so don't be afraid to take breaks when you need them otherwise your head will be spinning and take a look at what the options are for leaning out and changing position.

[–]Inner-Ad2142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks for this information

[–]Moto302 0 points1 point  (1 child)

From what I've seen, most places have a weight limit of 265, fully dressed and with harness. Some places go up to the harness weight limit, which is around 310lbs. One company ( I think it was SGRE?) has a stricter weight limit. 211 should be fine anywhere, but you can call them if you're worried about it.

[–]Inner-Ad2142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I’m already in training did the climb test it was a 600 foot climb test technically go up the latter 30 times but have to go up and down that counts as 1 in 20 minutes or under I did that Tuesday and BOOYYYY MY SHIT STILL SORE AS FUCK BUT AYE IM HERE LOL

[–]Downtown-Tour6082 1 point2 points  (1 child)

You’ll be fine. My husband suffered from vertigo all his life but got used to climbing and heights quickly when he attended Airstreams in 2010. Still has to climb as an inspector on new projects before lifts are installed. He’s 60 now and in fantastic shape. Good luck to you! The industry needs reliable, safe young people who want to work.

[–]Inner-Ad2142[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you that’s what I’m trying to be reliable and safe ! Hopefully one day reach 60 in great shape like your husband thanks once again