RyanTriplett

I believe there was an accident at Smith this past weekend, however I know no details. We say the medics come in with lights and all. Then on Sunday my wife overheard peeps saying it was on the Monkey Face, though she did not catch a route name. Anyone know what is up?

I went there with the intention to "check it out", while my wife spent Saturday participating in STP. There were only 3 groups that I saw actually climbing ...

no. it is located atop blanchard mountain and is managed by the washington state department of natural resources. if you have the time and have not been there, it is a must do. for cragging, ummm ... the ham is not the place.

exactly, so when did your "FA's" go down?

Was interested in a solstice adventure this evening on The Tooth, but have no approach/decent info. I have a basic logistical understanding but nothing more. Can anyone supply enough info for this to work out? Anything would be appreciated.

Lil' Lynn Hill is no stranger to involved, time consuming (40+ minute), high level onsights either. It seems a little close minded to deem any practice as useless in the world of climbing based upon opinion. I can say for myself that there have been times when I have been free soloing and downclimbing saved my ass. In general, I can relate to the "fire it" menality (sure is a rush isn't it) - but not always. If you continue to climb for the years to come I would bet that the probability of a downclimbing situation is is closer to one.

if you are strong enough - do When the Cats Away, the Mice Will Play at sunset ...

Did you free the final A0 section of The Ultimate Nothing? If so, then it should be obvious that the move is easily harder than anything on Godzilla. As for the 5.9 part of the equation ... point taken. In response to Millenium Falcon - do it! A fun and moderately sustained route (7 of 14 pitches .10 or harder) with some wild friction above Bellygood ledge. It is possible to escape out on Bellygood and avoid the last 2 of the 3 .11a pitches, yet you would be missing out. All in all, effort was put forth in creating 2 moderate and reletively long free climbs so why bitch about grades?

Come on ... 23 views and not a single reply!?? I am too close to sending Stern Farmer - though the weather looks iffy at best ...

I am interested in getting out (weather dependent) to Index after work this afternoon, anyone interested in meeting up?

Hence, Rattlesnake Rock and the Drip Wall

So the Hubers and Tommy have only been climbing trad for a week - I wasn't aware of this.

How many of the climbs have you done there? I have been to alot of places throughout the world and would argue that Si is a rather nice little sport crag to have around considering it's big city logistics - keep going to Vantage.

There is some sport climbing in the Red Cliff area a short drive from Vail. The guide book is sold in the climbing outfitter in Vail.

Da Kine Corner at Smith? If so, I agree! Fun ... but short!

She's the Bosch is a classic, though often hindered by the mentioned raptor closures.

Spend whatever on the webing (length dependent) and you'll need 5 ovals - don't spend $230!

cj001f just happens to have "climbing related" gear that consists of 50 feet of tubular webing ... hmmm ... is that a belay? Quickdraw?

I spent the last raining Saturday at Index taking a few runs on Attractive Nuisance and am curious if anyone knows what the story behind the improbable looking bolted line to the right of La Bomba Roof is all about? There are missing hangers and I would be very surprised if it has ever seen a true ascent! Anybody?

I wouldn't call "Tunaboaters" a wide crack - more like fingers off the ledge with a lieback/corner finish

There is a hard and wide .12d Skinner crack at the top of Gilvers, up from Bo Derek ...

Possibilities : 1. Technicians of the Sacred 2. Good Girls Like Bad Boys ???

I can confirm that this route is worth the time! Exciting roof and slabs end it all with moderate and enjoyable climbing throughout - Who cares about the pitch count.

"Whore of Babylon" is a .14b sport climb @ Si ...

If Davis-Holland/Lovin' Arms is on the list then the better (and technically harder) variation Senseless Thoughts of Paranoia should be as well!!