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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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My routes are low maintenance. Up in a day and redone in the same. LOL
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teejayaguilera
Trad climber
Tucson
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Sep 10, 2014 - 11:03am PT
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It seemed like the 3rd pitch was not quite 10+, it felt more like 10a/b to Geir and me. What do you think Geir?
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rockgeir
Trad climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 10, 2014 - 03:43pm PT
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Hey TJ,
I felt like the third pitch could be solid .10. It is hard to say for sure because I was so amped up from the first two pitches. We have to swap those bolts out anyway so it will be interesting to see what you think of it on lead.
Heading straight up at the end of the face climbing section on the Rock fellows leads directly into Sensory Desuetude's 4th pitch. It seems doable, especially if you have climbed Devoid to that point!
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rockgeir
Trad climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 11, 2014 - 11:12pm PT
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The print version of the guidebook is now available to purchase! We will begin shipping on 9/29.
We partnered with CreateSpace to print the book. We are very happy with how the final product looks!!
If you would like to purchase either version of the guide, visit
http://www.toofasttopos.com/purchase.html
Thanks!
Geir
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rick d
climber
ol pueblo, az
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Sep 12, 2014 - 04:24pm PT
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saw this book first hand (rockgeir works across the hall from me).
excellent job!
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rockgeir
Trad climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 12, 2014 - 09:03pm PT
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Wow! Thanks Rick!!! I am psyched you liked it!
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ionlyski
Trad climber
Kalispell, Montana
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Sep 13, 2014 - 10:07am PT
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Just purchased the download last night. Place looks awesome! I have my trip planned November 6th - 17th. Is that an OK season?
Will probably buy the print version before we come down. My only reservation; although I'm firmly on the side of old school ethics and preserving it, my climbing at the moment is off the couch and the guide seems to be predominately 5.11+ R routes, and I know these are the REAL 5.11. Geir admits they're all scary, run out fright fests. But then I don't just want to spend time on routes of the opposite extreme either. Is there much in the way of 5.9's & 5.10' with good natural pro?
I'd rather not climb too many 5.7 slab routes though, so hoping there are some steeper moderates with a little adventure!
Arne
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karabin museum
Trad climber
phoenix, az
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Sep 13, 2014 - 11:27am PT
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Geir climbed at the Phoenix Rock Gym yesterday and showed me his new guidebook. It is fantastic! Tons of information, colored photos and history. The hard copy of the book should be ready soon!
Great work Geir! This book the author should be proud of for sure!
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Sep 13, 2014 - 12:11pm PT
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Wait... rick WORKS??
(just kidding rick)
Awesome job knocking this thing out Geir!!
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ontheedgeandscaredtodeath
Social climber
SLO, Ca
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Sep 13, 2014 - 01:59pm PT
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Ion- take a look at Wasteland, Forest Lawn to Pair-a-Grins, Days of Future, Cragoholics Dream, Arribas Ameobes, Warpaint, Stampede, Beeline, Moby Dick, Cap'n Pissgums (bwahaha) etc. You will love it there!
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rockgeir
Trad climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 17, 2014 - 02:03pm PT
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Thanks Marty and Greg!
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rockgeir
Trad climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 17, 2014 - 02:40pm PT
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Arne,
To the list above consider Dreamscape Buttress, Dustdevils, Mystery of the Desert, and some of the Sheepshead climbs. They might have what you are looking for.
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ionlyski
Trad climber
Kalispell, Montana
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Sep 17, 2014 - 09:05pm PT
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Bump and thanks for more suggestions.
On gear, are there a few non-standard pieces that might come in handy at Cochise? Like some offsets maybe? I have no experience with slider nuts or balls or whatever you call them but my mind is open.
Once again, is early to mid November a pretty good bet?
I cannot wait!
Arne
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rockgeir
Trad climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - Sep 18, 2014 - 11:59am PT
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Arne,
Early to mid November is wonderful. Some of the routes that never see sun start to get chilly at this time; I usually bring an extra layer for use when I am belaying.
For routes that require a full rack, I usually bring stoppers, two sets of cams from .3” to 4”, and extendable draws. For some of the older routes, brass nuts and Tricams are also helpful. If you are planning on doing some of the chimney or offwidth climbs, 5” and 6” cams will be handy.
I use Ball Nuts #1-#3 on some of the really hairball lines, but they are certainly not required on most routes.
You will love this place! Enjoy your trip!
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Nov 28, 2014 - 12:03pm PT
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Happy Birthday Geir!
I hope that you had a grand time celebrating in the Stronghold.
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Steve Grossman
Trad climber
Seattle, WA
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Apr 29, 2015 - 12:49pm PT
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Bump for Springtime 2015...
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steelmnkey
climber
Vision man...ya gotta have vision...
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Apr 29, 2015 - 04:41pm PT
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Would like to have been down there this spring.
Unfortunately, I'm redefining the term "shoulder season."
There's always fall.
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little Z
Trad climber
un cafetal en Naranjo
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Apr 29, 2015 - 08:32pm PT
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where do I go (on ST) to see some photos of Stronghold climbs?
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rockgeir
Trad climber
Tucson, AZ
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Topic Author's Reply - May 4, 2015 - 11:41am PT
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Thanks for the bump Steve!
I hope your shoulder gets well soon Greg. Let me know when you'll be in the area.
Many thanks to all of you who have purchased the guidebook so far. It's available through our website at www.ToofastTopos.com, locally at Summit Hut and the gym, as well as on Amazon.
I'm happy to report that I am hard at work on the next book. As with the first book, I am climbing every route ground-up and documenting each of the routes as I go along. My partners and I are coming across hardware on some of the older routes that is badly in need of replacement, so we are taking care of this as we are able.
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