sketchfest Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 I realize this isn't about the NW, but, I'm heading to Denver on Thursday thru Monday and I plan on getting out to Eldorado to climb. I went to my local climb shop looking for a guide, but found none. Anybody have a clue where I might find something, internet, book store, local joint in CO. The weather is looking pretty iffy, might even snow, but I am really looking forward to being back in the mile high area, only been on business, never had time ot climb. Any other suggestions would be welcome. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jon Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 Try climbingboulder.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayB Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 Hey! I was gonna say that! Â The folks at Neptune Mountaineering in Boulder might have some useful information also. Â A few climbs worth doing... Â Green Spur, Yellow Spur, Green Slab Direct, Darkness 'Till Dawn... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketchfest Posted October 7, 2002 Author Share Posted October 7, 2002 Can these guys give me some good advice on maybe some easy alpine stuff as well? Looking at a possible easy walk up with my wife. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobBob Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 For scrambles you might pick up one of the Gerry Roach books (Colorado 14ers, etc.). Used it this summer, it was accurate, had a blast. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RobBob Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 Also, I know most people on this site won't admit to going to REI, but the flagship store in Denver has a large guidebook section and map department. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dr._jay Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 hey sketch--not much alpine in eldo canyon but you're not far from indian peaks and rocky mountain park where there's all the alpine you want. just bring an extra set of lungs for the thin air. i've got a few guides to the area and used to live out there, drop me a line if you want any beta. enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cletus Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 sketch, I grew up in Boulder, my pa lives 5 mins from eldo... send me an email and I'll send ya to whatever you're looking for... Â addy in my profile... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sketchfest Posted October 7, 2002 Author Share Posted October 7, 2002 Hey since you grew up in Boulder, did you ever happen to see mork? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cletus Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 Lived down the street from where the external shots of the house were taken... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cooper Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 Neptune Mountaineering has everything you'll need as far as guidebooks and gear. Great store and great staff! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cletus Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 100% true, ditto. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
greghinemeyer Posted October 7, 2002 Share Posted October 7, 2002 can you pick me up some boulder nugs while you are there ? (dank) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JayB Posted October 8, 2002 Share Posted October 8, 2002 As far as routes to hit with your wife are concerned, just about every 14'er in the state has a walk up route on it (most have several). Gray's Peak, Torrey's Peak, Mount Bierstadt, and Mt. Evans have trailheads within an hour or an hour-and-a-half's drive from Denver/Boulder. Of the three Bierstadt is the mellowest, with most parties taking between 1.5 and 3.0 hours to reach the summit. Just make sure to make an allowance for the altitude... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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