from Splitter Choss
For many trad climbers in Colorado, the arrival of fall means one thing: it’s time to head to the Black Canyon. The scorching heat of summer has finally relented, giving way to perfect bluebird days. While some would say the Blacks fearsome reputation has decreased in recent years, this is stll very much a place [...]
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from Splitter Choss
Deep in the heart of the Elk Mountains lurks a route so fearsome, people only whisper its name in conversation:
“I hear its a tottering pile of choss.”
“I hear you dont get any good gear for 1000”
“I heard Michael Kennedy soloed it naked in mountain boots.”
I cant vouch for the last one, but I can tell [...]
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from Splitter Choss
By Lynn Sanson
Having lived in Estes Park for 7 years I was spoiled with many easily accessible moderate multi-pitch routes. While Carbondale has great local crags, there are few options where one can go to get off the ground without driving an hour plus. So my interest was peaked when I heard about a [...]
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