RRG conditions in February??

Post by **brucemarsh** » Tue Jan 13, 2009 5:47 pm

Hi,

I'm interested in visiting for a climbing trip in mid February. If any locals could give me an idea of what sort of climbing conditions could be expected in mid Feb then that would be useful to hear. I'm coming from Switzerland to Knoxville for a work trip anyway but am trying to find out whether it is a good idea to extend my trip and visit RRG too.

Thanks in advance,
Bruce

Post by **der uber** » Tue Jan 13, 2009 5:53 pm

Sometimes its cold.

Post by **Saxman** » Tue Jan 13, 2009 5:56 pm

Just depends on your luck. If it's cold and wet here, just boulder in AL and GA.

Post by **Josephine** » Tue Jan 13, 2009 6:09 pm

i would bring a bouldering pad and plan on that. IF the weather is actually nice for a change post up here and you'll find a partner.

Post by **rastaman** » Tue Jan 13, 2009 6:18 pm

It's hit or miss. Depends on your tolerance. If you are willing to climb routes with temps in the 30's F (0 C) then you will probably be in luck. Otherwise, head south.

Post by **pawilkes** » Wed Jan 14, 2009 12:15 am

bring a bouldering pad from Switzerland? thats kind of a rediculous suggestion Josie. I have had great weekends in February in the past but this year has been pretty cold. i'm sure there will be some nice days but i wouldn't put all your eggs in one basket. you could probably find people to boulder with and share a pad with at Horse Pens or Rocktown as a back up plan.

Post by **dssclimb** » Wed Jan 14, 2009 12:20 am

Just climb at the Obed. Should be warmer.

Post by **Ascentionist** » Wed Jan 14, 2009 2:13 am

Climbed on a 70 degree day in Feb once, but it gets cold and wet at times too. Very unpredictable more than a week in advance. If you're spending more than a couple days there's a good chance you'll get at least some tolerable weather.

Post by **Josephine** » Wed Jan 14, 2009 3:13 am

guess i should have read it more closely.

on second thought - bring your climbing gear and plan to climb down south. not nearly as good - but not nearly as cold either.

Post by **anticlmber** » Wed Jan 14, 2009 3:40 am

pawilkes wrote:bring a bouldering pad from Switzerland? thats kind of a rediculous suggestion Josie. I have had great weekends in February in the past but this year has been pretty cold. i'm sure there will be some nice days but i wouldn't put all your eggs in one basket. you could probably find people to boulder with and share a pad with at Horse Pens or Rocktown as a back up plan.

better back up plan, cram it in paw's ass dry.