colombian climbers in Denver
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Hey guys, we are two Colombian climbers and we'd like to visit climbing areas near to Denver from Oct 16 to Oct 29. It is the first time we visit that area and we need useful information such as: affordable and safe acomodation (hostels, RB&B) near to the climbing zones, saving tips, can we get there by bus (FLEX) or how easy is it to arrange carpooling? We will appreciate any help. |
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Natalia, let me know what areas around Denver do u have in mind. I live in Denver and will be able to help u. |
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If you don't have the budget for both accommodations and a car, I'd go for the car. You'll be able to visit a variety of areas, and could combine camping, sleeping in the car, and couch surfing to make it work. |
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Yes, list some of the areas you interested in. There are a lot of people who constantly visit a particular favorite area, and are also off during weekdays. |
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Hey guys. We are thinking about Boulder and Fort Collins áreas. We like trad and Sport climbing. Any other suggestions? Since is our first time we are up to visit any place we can |
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HI Natalia, |
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The N bus from Boulder to Nederland makes two stops in Boulder Canyon, so you would still have a lot of walking to do to get to any climbing, or to do any grocery shopping, or even to get to the hostel from the bus stop. |
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We still don't feel 100% confident driving in the States but it's going to be the only way to get good climbs. How is the weather going to be the last 2 weeks of october? Best areas with routes from 5.9 to 5.12?? |
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Hi again Natalia, |
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You should consider Colorado Springs. |
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Natalia Sanchez wrote:We still don't feel 100% confident driving in the States but it's going to be the only way to get good climbs. How is the weather going to be the last 2 weeks of october? Best areas with routes from 5.9 to 5.12??Shelf Road or Devils Head for sport climbing. Best option depends on the weather. Spend time at both. I'd look into AirBnb for Denver and Canon City as camping may be a bit cold for you unless you're bringing 20*F rated gear at a minimum. |
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You guys would be welcome to crash on my pull-out couch. I'm sure we could figure out some sort of trade/payment. You good cooks? I'd also be happy to show you around on the weekends. |
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You are so Nice guys. Thank you all. I hope we can meet with you on rocks. I am locating all places you have mentioned and trying to make a schedule for our short rock trip |
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Also, Natalia, you don't have to pay for the developed campsites at Shelf Road. You can camp down the left hand road at the split just before Sand Gulch. That should keep your travel budget down. Anywhere maps say you are on BLM land, camping is free. |
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We've gotten a place on Loveland, but we couldn't get a rental car 'cause don't have int'l driver's license. So renting a car in CO is twice as much any other state :( Do you know if there is any other way to rent a car besides the regular companies? Is any of you guys climbing around so we can make carpooling together? please let us know. Thnx |