That sounds fantastic.

I also really loved the atmosphere of the spectators. If people were rooting for particular climbers it wasn't evident. Rather, everyone cheered for everyone [...] as if we were the friends and fellow patrons at the local gym, all cheering each other on.

I love this aspect of climbing. I've yet to encounter anyone who isn't encouraging or who doesn't seem like they're in it for the sheer love of the sport rather than a desire to show off.