Very true! I wholeheartedly agree with you. The Pickets are probably the least-climbed mountains in the continent, and yet I would not turn down a chance to go, 10 miles of BW5 approach and all, because of the sheer beauty of them and the feeling of serenity. However, that line on Dark Peak does not look particularly unique, just with a longer, more strenuous approach than most. I'm not concerned about Josh having fun, I know he lives for that stuff! I'm concerned about him finding a partner who would have fun as well. If anyone is into that stuff though, I say go for it!
-Mark