spotly Posted September 29, 2007 Posted September 29, 2007 Looking for some route options for this winter. A trip to get a winter rock fix. So far we've come up with Solar Slab at Red Rocks as a good one. Any other recommendations? Something mild to moderate; multipitch; warm enough to keep away the screaming barfies. Since the rotator continues to be an issue, I think easy (5.7 or lower) would be the best option. We're thinking maybe 4 days including travel, which would most likely be flying....on a plane Quote
StreetBoss Posted September 29, 2007 Posted September 29, 2007 Look into Arizona climbing. I've had a few winter fixes at Queen Creek & Mt Lemon. You're on the right track about Vegas, many of us have spent long winter weekends there. And you can't go wrong climbing at Joshua Tree. Quote
Drederek Posted September 29, 2007 Posted September 29, 2007 JT is nice with nonstop flights to Palm Springs, about 4 1/2 hours from taking off in Seattle to climbing! Quote
johnson Posted September 30, 2007 Posted September 30, 2007 Cat in the Hat is another fun easy one to do at Red Rocks. On the other side of it is Dark Shadows which is a bit harder but definitely one you should try as well. Olive Oil too. Yep, Red Rocks would be a good decision. Quote
Argus Posted September 30, 2007 Posted September 30, 2007 Dark Shadows would be cold as hell in the winter. Birdland on the Brass Wall would be another good option. Olive Oil and Geronimo get morning sun. Quote
jport Posted October 1, 2007 Posted October 1, 2007 Tunnel Vision at Red Rocks is a fun 5.7 multi, too. Quote
ptownclimber Posted October 3, 2007 Posted October 3, 2007 How about Utah desert...anyone climbed there in November? Quote
TimL Posted October 3, 2007 Posted October 3, 2007 Malaga, Spain. Good food, hot women and .....yeah....the climbings good. Quote
catbirdseat Posted October 4, 2007 Posted October 4, 2007 If you go to Joshua Tree, you have to go do Right On on Saddle Rock. It's four pitches and rated 5.5. There's only a couple 5.9 moves. Quote
Gunks Posted October 5, 2007 Posted October 5, 2007 Joshua Tree - especially if you like cracks and have never been there. Beware of old school ratings. Thousands of climbs to choose from and it the weather will be nice as long as you're in the sun! Quote
NYC007 Posted October 5, 2007 Posted October 5, 2007 vantage is climbed year rounds as is spokane rock...save money , drink beer, and ice climb,,,, Quote
Maestro Posted October 7, 2007 Posted October 7, 2007 Trying to get a trip off the ground for late January and need some input if anyone can offer some. Waterguy mentioned Arizona. I've heard about Mt. Lemmon and it looks like a good option. Has anyone been there in January? Or any other good recommendations for late January? I've heard that J-tree is often cold and windy in January and Red Rocks the same plus sometimes wet. I know almost any place can be great or grim, and you never know what you're gonna get until you get there, but want to go with the best odds if I can find 'em. Quote
goatboy Posted October 8, 2007 Posted October 8, 2007 Mt Lemmon is about 7,000 feet above the valley floor and would likely be a poor choice if you're seeking warm, sunny winter rock.... Go to J Tree! But beware the wind there.... I lived in the NW for years and never even owned down jackets until I started climbing at J Tree.... the place can be chilly! Red Rocks is also windy, and shade is to be avoided, but there is lots to do there I am sure in the winter. Of course, there's always Cochise.... Indian Creek in UT is also kinda high and can be chilly in January. I think J Tree meets your needs the best, honestly. PM me if you'd like some specifics. Quote
AlpineK Posted October 8, 2007 Posted October 8, 2007 I've been to JT two times right after xmas and froze my ass. JT in February was a nice temperature though. Quote
TyClimber Posted October 8, 2007 Posted October 8, 2007 I went to Red Rocks and did Olive Oil in January a couple years back and climbed almost the whole thing without a shirt on. Definitely a good winter option. Sedona, AZ is also a good place to check out in the winter. I had a friend who was living in Flagstaff and I would go visit him every December and hang out to climb. Only once in three years did the weather turn on us. The only downside of Sedona is that there isn't much under 5.8 if you are looking for something moderate. Quote
goatboy Posted October 8, 2007 Posted October 8, 2007 Note: The Sedona guidebook is subtitled, "A Better Way to Die" or something like that. Sounds a bit.....spicy? Quote
TyClimber Posted October 8, 2007 Posted October 8, 2007 Really? My buddy knew the area so I just kind of went where he said and never even looked at the guide. Thats pretty funny though. I obviously have limited experience as I was only climbing there a couple times, but I don't remember the routes we did as being particularly sketchy. Quote
G-spotter Posted October 9, 2007 Posted October 9, 2007 just get some ice climbing tools, and/or skis and change your attitude Quote
tlinn Posted October 9, 2007 Posted October 9, 2007 What about El Portrero Chico? I hear that can be nice. Quote
ericb Posted October 9, 2007 Posted October 9, 2007 JT is nice with nonstop flights to Palm Springs, about 4 1/2 hours from taking off in Seattle to climbing! typically cheaper to fly in and out of Ontario in the winter...no "resort" premium....adds some driving time though Quote
spotly Posted October 9, 2007 Author Posted October 9, 2007 vantage is climbed year rounds as is spokane rock...save money , drink beer, and ice climb,,,, Does ice stick well to graffiti? All seriousness aside though, if this rotator continues to mend, I wouldn't mind trying some ice this winter. But, I want some warmish rock too Quote
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