Hey all! I’m heading through Tucson on a work trip tomorrow. I’ve got a littke time to climb; I generally climb 5.10/11 sport and ~5.8 trad, although with the typical grading at Mt Lemmon I’m probably leading only up to 5.10 sport.
Anyway, tomorrow I’ve got a half day with a buddy who’s never climbed before. I’ve got a full trad rack, draws for sport, 80m rope, etc. What’s he best place to go for a good intro day at the Lemmon?
I’ve only been to Windy Point and the Marching Munchkins areas in the past - was thinking Minchkins could be a good area with some 5.5-6 for him and some harder climbs for me. I tried to scope Gumby Wall on a previous trip but couldn’t find it - not sure what I did wrong but I ended up just bushwhacking around for a half hour. Anyway, really looking for some easier grades at a decent temperature. Sport or Trad. Suggestions??
Appreciate the tips guys! Ended up at Ridgeline - needed to maximize what little time we had so decided to pass on the longer hike to Primus. Anyway, all went well - he fired up a 5.8+ right out of the gate and we’ve got a new climber in our midst!