New problem on Sandstone Mtn: The Green Room, v6. Start on the ledge under roof and follow rails out to arete and top out. Video to come soon.
Mtn Nebo had a project go down...more to come. Double-A-ron? I'm looking at you!
Coveted 2nd ascents at GHSP have occured over the past little bit. Down Tempo got a second, though it is not as difficult as originally described (v8). Climbing a sloper lip for a few moves before easing, Down Tempo clocks in closer to about v6. A third ascent might be needed to help this problem settle around the accurate grade. Video to come...
Sigourney Weaver was confirmed at v8+/9-. Climbing a line of crimps and relying on core tension, this line is fun despite being a lowball. The start hold crumbled a bit during the repeat process, but no change in difficulty.
Jenn has been reppin' it for the ladies. She has been putting together a nice list of FFA's from GHSP of late. A few highlights from the late summer season.
Reverie
Frisky Monkey
Casual Tees
Punticilo
and with Thews & Mothership nearly in the crosshairs...and hiking Mike Tyson's Face (5.12), it will be interesting to see what she can do with a bit better conditions.
While we were at AVP finishing Sigourney Weaver, we noticed some of the holds on Frontman were flexing quite a bit. We showed up this weekend to warm up, and the holds now moved nearly an inch! The Richmond crew decided to test the stability of the holds...
Untitled from adam walker on Vimeo.
Last week had 2 great film festivals going on, the Reel Rock Tour and the Radical Reel Tour. The later had some great videos. My personal favorite was the Paxti U. segment from Progression. Inspirational for trying HARD. A few pics from the Expo and festival are here.
The Reel Rock Tour was in its second edition at VT. The VT climbing club raised some money for both NRAC and the Access Fund. Blue Ridge Mtn Sports helped to pad the donation with a raffle of an Osprey Talon 22. Congrats to Sarah L on winning a sweet pack and giving a donation!
Last, but not least, the first round of the Triple Crown is quickly approaching. Hound Ears, which is open just once a year for this event, is first up. Registration is full, so if you have yet to sign up, then you are gonna miss a bad ass session. Luckily, the after party and gear raffle are open to all, and helps benefit climbing in the SE. If you have never been, then check out this video for a glimpse into the event and its history!
Triple Crown Bouldering Series 2010 from matt stark on Vimeo.
There you have it....lots to be psyched about as the cooler temps begin to trickle in. Stay tuned as some cool stuff is about to come down the pike!
Sigourney Weaver was confirmed at v8+/9-. Climbing a line of crimps and relying on core tension, this line is fun despite being a lowball. The start hold crumbled a bit during the repeat process, but no change in difficulty.
Jenn has been reppin' it for the ladies. She has been putting together a nice list of FFA's from GHSP of late. A few highlights from the late summer season.
Reverie
Frisky Monkey
Casual Tees
Punticilo
and with Thews & Mothership nearly in the crosshairs...and hiking Mike Tyson's Face (5.12), it will be interesting to see what she can do with a bit better conditions.
While we were at AVP finishing Sigourney Weaver, we noticed some of the holds on Frontman were flexing quite a bit. We showed up this weekend to warm up, and the holds now moved nearly an inch! The Richmond crew decided to test the stability of the holds...
Untitled from adam walker on Vimeo.
Last week had 2 great film festivals going on, the Reel Rock Tour and the Radical Reel Tour. The later had some great videos. My personal favorite was the Paxti U. segment from Progression. Inspirational for trying HARD. A few pics from the Expo and festival are here.
The Reel Rock Tour was in its second edition at VT. The VT climbing club raised some money for both NRAC and the Access Fund. Blue Ridge Mtn Sports helped to pad the donation with a raffle of an Osprey Talon 22. Congrats to Sarah L on winning a sweet pack and giving a donation!
Last, but not least, the first round of the Triple Crown is quickly approaching. Hound Ears, which is open just once a year for this event, is first up. Registration is full, so if you have yet to sign up, then you are gonna miss a bad ass session. Luckily, the after party and gear raffle are open to all, and helps benefit climbing in the SE. If you have never been, then check out this video for a glimpse into the event and its history!
Triple Crown Bouldering Series 2010 from matt stark on Vimeo.
There you have it....lots to be psyched about as the cooler temps begin to trickle in. Stay tuned as some cool stuff is about to come down the pike!
