Friday, October 10, 2008

Fwd: Frenchman Coulee








So for some reason, the blog got shut down briefly due to suspected spamming. No clue what that was about, but it will be going strong now. This one will be brief, but look for a bunch of new pictures tomorrow!


We just finished up two days at Vantage, a.k.a the F.C. It was incedible, otherworldly and

beautiful. An amazing desert environment with the most striking columns of basalt. We learned that the beta on every route, regardless off grade, was to high step and then stand up tall a pray for a good hold. Sure enough, it panned out every time!

Rachael had an especially impressive couple of days, leading everything she could get onto. It was awesome watching her climb so confidentally. Hunter and I did one of the coolest routes either of us have been on to date. A full 100' of climbing on one skinny column! A lot of tension and precarious moves. So cool!If you are ever in the area, you have to check it out! It is so very worth it. Bumps!

3 comments:

Jeremy said...

So cool! The columns are like those found in Ireland at The Giants Causeway (http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Giants_Causeway) and up in Scotland in a cave few people get to see. You guys are so lucky and we are standing by for more updates!

ken said...

Third try to post a comment.What can I say...
Melody and I are following along. can I say we are slightly Jealous.It looks like you all are cruising to some good times! Congrats to Rachel:) Melody says hi. Ava says hihihihihihihihihihihihihihihi.

Climb Safe

Rebecca said...

The columns are so cool. They are just beautiful! Keep sending the pictures!