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Topping the first pitch of Bush Shark.


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This is the best photo I have of the climb- missing is about the first 6-8 feet.  Nevermind the hand present at the bottom

This is the best photo I have of the climb- missing is about the first 6-8 feet. Nevermind the hand present at the bottom

NM : Albuquerque Area Climbing : ... : (10) Classic Jam Crack (5.9)

Nov 10, 2008

Mehran preparing to top out.

Mehran preparing to top out.

NM : Socorro : ... : Waterfall Wall

Nov 3, 2008

Lauren finishing up one of the 5.7 routes on Waterfall wall.

Lauren finishing up one of the 5.7 routes on Waterfall wall.

NM : Socorro : ... : Waterfall Wall

Nov 3, 2008

Mehran soloing up Flake and Cake... I mean "bake".

Mehran soloing up Flake and Cake... I mean "bake".

Nick Manke : Photos

Oct 29, 2008

Ryan leading the first pitch of Cracula.

Ryan leading the first pitch of Cracula.

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Oct 29, 2008

A good day at Palomas

A good day at Palomas

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Oct 29, 2008

Mehran leading up a route at Palomas

Mehran leading up a route at Palomas

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Oct 29, 2008

Heading up Red Wall in Socorro.

Heading up Red Wall in Socorro.

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Oct 29, 2008

Lauren showing Waterfall wall who's boss.

Lauren showing Waterfall wall who's boss.

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Oct 29, 2008

Ryan having a good time on the second pitch of Cracula.

Ryan having a good time on the second pitch of Cracula.

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Oct 29, 2008

Getting into the crack on second face of Estrellita.

Getting into the crack on second face of Estrellita.

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Oct 29, 2008

The classic route on Big Block.

The classic route on Big Block.

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Oct 29, 2008

Leading up the second pitch of the West Face of Tombstone.

Leading up the second pitch of the West Face of Tombstone.

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Oct 29, 2008

Topping the first pitch of Bush Shark.

Topping the first pitch of Bush Shark.

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Oct 29, 2008

Ryan leading up the first pitch of Bush Shark. Great climb.

Ryan leading up the first pitch of Bush Shark. Great climb.

NM : Sandia Mountains : ... : Bush Shark Spire (5.9)

Aug 5, 2008

Ryan having some fun on the first pitch.  This is a nice little area to relax after working through that body jam.

Ryan having some fun on the first pitch. This is a nice little area to relax after working through that body jam.

NM : Sandia Mountains : ... : Gemstone (5.8)

Jun 29, 2008

Contributed Comments

 

Location: NM : Albuquerque Area Climbing : Palomas Peak
By: Nick Manke When: Nov 10, 2008

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Comments: A great guide book for this area is the Falcon Guide for New Mexico.


Location: NM : Albuquerque Area Climbing : Palomas Peak : (07) Randy's Wall : (12) Kyle's Crack (5.7)
By: Nick Manke When: Nov 10, 2008

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Comments: Fun climb! This is a confidence builder for the beginning trad leader. Placements are solid throughout and easy to find. If I remember correctly, I only used up to a #2 C4 camalot, but a #3 could be easily used towards the top.


Location: NM : Albuquerque Area Climbing : Palomas Peak : (07) Randy's Wall : (01) Floating on Moonbeams (5.9+)
By: Nick Manke When: Nov 10, 2008

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Comments: The starting bulge isn't too hard to maneuver, there are some decent holds on top of it. I found it pretty easy to stem out across it and step high. A good route though- as mentioned it is a little deceiving though.


Location: NM : Socorro : Box Canyon : Waterfall Wall
By: Nick Manke When: Nov 3, 2008

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Comments: This is a good area for beginners. Route difficulty varies from about 5.5 to 5.11-5.12. Walk up around the top to set up the top rope. Be sure to bring runners to extend it over the edge.


Location: NM : Jemez Valley Area : Las Conchas : Cattle Call Wall : (05) Cud For LuLu (5.8)
By: Nick Manke When: Nov 3, 2008

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Comments: This is a fun route. Being tall the start didn't seem very hard at all- but if you're not so tall this can be a little tricky. Just remember to bring your feet up.


Location: NM : Jemez Valley Area : Las Conchas : Cattle Call Wall : (01) Ow Now (5.10- PG13)
By: Nick Manke When: Nov 3, 2008

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Comments: The crack seemed more along the lines of 5.9 to me. As previously mentioned, harder lines to the left and easier to the right.


Location: NM : Albuquerque Area Climbing : Palomas Peak : (06) The Dihedral Wall : (10) Classic Jam Crack (5.9)
By: Nick Manke When: Nov 3, 2008

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Comments: I would agree that the crack is sustained 5.9. Getting over the first bulge is a little tricky, I found it best to cam your left hand in deep and step into the crack. The face isn't too much help on most of the climb but there are some areas where you can catch a nice break with your feet. The key to the second bulge is pulling into a lieback while you're below it. Great climb- just wish it was longer.


Location: NM : Albuquerque Area Climbing : Sandia Mountains : La Cueva Canyon, Lower : Gemstone West : Gemstone (5.8)
By: Nick Manke When: Oct 28, 2008

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Comments: The body jam in the start of the first pitch is quite upsetting to say the least (at least for my lanky ass). The second pitch is much more exciting. The start of the second pitch is a little awkward so be prepared to do some jamming.


Location: NM : Albuquerque Area Climbing : Big Block : Block Wall : Left Route (5.9+)
By: Nick Manke When: Oct 28, 2008

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Comments: The start to this one will take you by surprise. Like others I'd say this move is more challenging than any of the moves on the area favorite just to the right.


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