It was delayed...but its finally here. Unfortunately the psyche it might build may have to last you till Spring, because LRT
access is about to close till spring.
Whats a classic? I don't know after 15+ years of searching, suffering, sending, and failing. Trying to define it is a great challenge. You know it...but how to describe it, or distinguish it from the
low balls, choss, and other lesser quality lines?
Why LRT out of all the areas at GHSP?
1) its a 5 minute walk with great scenery
2) largest quantity of problems
3) wide diversity of grades and styles.
What lines? Well some we had already shot, some we never had a great chance. They should all at least start at an obvious hold/feature, be striking, have a flat landing, and be friendly to climb on. Eliminants, bizarre starts, and poor hold/rock quality are definitely "no's"
Four got captured on video: Beast master, Escape from Alcatraz, The Hive, Nancy w/ an E. Not featured, but must do's if you are here: SLS, Kitten Mittens,
Shanghi Knights. All of these are great lines, regardless of the grade...climb them. Enjoy them.
This is our first attempt. A classic to me may be your choss pile, but we are going to try to search out the lines that are the classics for their area in SWVA none the less. Stay tuned for more of the Classic series. Till then enjoy the ones we caught on video!
Classics: LRT @ GHSP from
adam walker on
Vimeo.
