I tagged along as Ben and Rob were developing a new offwidth in the central formation. Getting off the ledge proved impossible. The route was named (appropriately) 'The Gelding Years'. My voice is now a little higher....

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I tagged along as Ben and Rob were developing a new offwidth in the central formation. Getting off the ledge proved impossible. The route was named (appropriately) 'The Gelding Years'. My voice is now a little higher....

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Approach to Nautilus climb.

Looking for the easiest descent? Early evening bouldering to end the day.

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Greg Speer

Oct 8, 2009

“I tagged along as Ben and Rob were developing a new offwidth in the central formation. Getting off the ledge proved impossible. The route was named (appropriately) 'The Gelding Years'. My voice is now a little higher....”

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Ah Dean, I know offwidths require unique techniques, but?

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Potato Chip rappel!

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If you climb Mother 1 in the rain, you'll be rewarded with a rainbow over Vedauwoo! Taken from Poland Hill after waiting out the storm.

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The view from the tent.

Approach to Nautilus climb.

I tagged along as Ben and Rob were developing a new offwidth in the central formation. Getting off the ledge proved impossible. The route was named (appropriately) 'The Gelding Years'. My voice is now a little higher....

Looking for the easiest descent? Early evening bouldering to end the day.

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Sushifest 2012.<br>
Photo by Blitzo.

Bad Moon on the rise near campsite Vedauwoo!

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Photo by Blitzo.

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Great sunset view (unknown climber).

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