spotly Posted September 29, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
StreetBoss Posted September 29, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Drederek Posted September 29, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
johnson Posted September 30, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Argus Posted September 30, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jport Posted October 1, 2007 Share Posted October 1, 2007 Tunnel Vision at Red Rocks is a fun 5.7 multi, too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ptownclimber Posted October 3, 2007 Share Posted October 3, 2007 How about Utah desert...anyone climbed there in November? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TimL Posted October 3, 2007 Share Posted October 3, 2007 Malaga, Spain. Good food, hot women and .....yeah....the climbings good. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jens Posted October 4, 2007 Share Posted October 4, 2007 Las Vegas Limestone. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
catbirdseat Posted October 4, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gunks Posted October 5, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted October 5, 2007 Share Posted October 5, 2007 make it a week and go to Thailand Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NYC007 Posted October 5, 2007 Share Posted October 5, 2007 vantage is climbed year rounds as is spokane rock...save money , drink beer, and ice climb,,,, Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Maestro Posted October 7, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goatboy Posted October 8, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cj001f Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 there's a ski area at Mt. Lemmon. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AlpineK Posted October 8, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyClimber Posted October 8, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
goatboy Posted October 8, 2007 Share Posted October 8, 2007 Note: The Sedona guidebook is subtitled, "A Better Way to Die" or something like that. Sounds a bit.....spicy? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TyClimber Posted October 8, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
G-spotter Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 just get some ice climbing tools, and/or skis and change your attitude Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
tlinn Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 What about El Portrero Chico? I hear that can be nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DRep Posted October 9, 2007 Share Posted October 9, 2007 sack up and climb at Index. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ericb Posted October 9, 2007 Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
spotly Posted October 9, 2007 Author Share 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 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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