Mar 25, 2010 I agree with you on many of your points. I think there is certain misunderstanding on what I'm planning to do. I'm not just gonna keep bouncing off The Nose until I get it.… View Message

Mar 24, 2010 Thank you all for your posts! I appreciate your candid words on both sides. I want to become a climber full time, but life gets in the way. I'm not brave enough to give up e… View Message

Mar 23, 2010 Yup. It shouldn't be a problem. I climb 5.9 around here at the end of the last season. If I can climb just about everyday, I'm sure I can handle 5.10a/b in efficient manner.… View Message

Mar 23, 2010 Thanks! No question about training, technical/physical/mental skills. I planned on training as much as I can during the summer since I can take the entire time off. That mea… View Message

Mar 23, 2010 Long timer lurker, first time poster. I've been climbing for a few years now on mostly trad (lead 5.9 around North East) and ice (lead WI3s). I went to the Yosemite first tim… View Message