Monday, April 12, 2010

Rumney Rocks!

Rumney Rocks is touted as one of the best sport climbing destinations in the U.S. and deservedly so. Though I am not a "sporto" by any stretch of the imagination, I was in need of a confidence boost for my first rock lead of the season; so what better way than to clip some bolts! From Lincoln, Rumney is a little less than 2.5 hours away (not bad for a such a quality venue). The weather was a perfect 50 degrees and being Monday, we had the place to ourselves (almost). Krista kindly belayed me and gave support as I thrutched my way up some face climbs. Climbed two easy routes, both of which were quite fun and a good intro into the season. Very excited about rock climbing this spring/summer; lots of places to explore. The Adirondacks, the Gunks, Katahdin, Cannon Cliff, Cathedral Ledge, and of course my local VT crags.



Lacing up for my first rock lead of the season


Love clippin' those bolts!