In reply to sutty:
but is a route the rock, the crag, the area, the earth, the universe...
or is the route simply those areas of rock that the body touches on it's passage skyward? if so then it is a simple matter to "send" a route.
in fact, a harder routes would be simpler to send than a easier route, as the holds are less. therefore the myth that women are less suited to steep, overhanging sport routes is indeed false. they are better suited than men.
with less holds, thereby being easier to carry/send, they fit easier into handbags.