First time at the RED, need beta!

[egibbel8]

I hate to be this guy and sounding like a total noob, but I am planning to get to the red for the first time in my life this weekend. I can't find a guide book and need some good beta to make the trip worthwhile. I am a 5.10 sport climber who just moved from eastern PA to OHIO. I got married and moved to the flatlands (for 2 years only). Yeah its rough but now I am 5 hrs from the RED instead of 10. So anyway, I'm finally getting my wife on rock so we need some easy routes, say 5.6-5.8 so she can get on some rock but I would also like some 5.9-5.10 to keep me challenged. I hope I'm not asking too much, but could someone direct me where to climb with specific crags or areas. I know there isn't lots of beginner stuff, but just some easier routes that won't be totally busy. Thanks in advance and looking forward to steeps of the RED I've heard so much about.
Peace,Ethan

[dipsi]

www.muirvalley.com

[512OW]

Click "online guidebook" at the top of this page...

[p0bray01]

Dipsi's suggestion is a wise one...take her to the practice wall....although on some weekends it can seem like an outdoor gym. There are a few sport routes in the 7 8 and 9's at Left Flank that are great! Specifically Mr. Bungle, Face up to that crack, Brother Stair, and To defy the laws of tradition (10a...but on the easy side of the 10's IMO) Use the Online Guidebook here...very helpful. Have a good time and enjoy!

[caribe]

go here
http://www.redriverclimbing.com/RRCGuideV2/search.php
uncheck all but sport then put 5.6 to 5.9 and click search database.

[rjackson]

I've been using the on-line guide's search engine lately. I think that's a great way to search by grade and then you can reference by crag to see where the concentration is.

The online guide is extensive on here and most of the comments are informative and on the mark. If you want peace and quiet, try a classic crag. If you prefer company, try the newer crags.