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i mostly agree with the advice whatahutch has given, except where he (? - assuming) says to go with experienced climbers for a year or two -- jesus christ. i think you'd be fine sport climbing on your own after a handful of times with more experienced people. just be sure you can clean routes. like, 100% sure. maybe you won't be climbing overhung routes yet, but i'd learn how to clean those as well. also, don't get your leg behind the rope while leading and don't pull out slack unless you're sure you can clip.

we shouldn't take away all of the potential for adventure for our gumby friends!

A couple suggestions:

- cleaning anchors is VERY important. have an experience climber teach you how. most gyms have places to practice on the ground. every time you go to the gym, practice cleaning anchors a few times. Then get experienced climbers to watch you do it to make sure you've really got it.

- a great way to meet experienced climbers is through climbing events. the RRGCC has trail days regularly as does Muir Valley. In addition to helping improve the land you climb on, you'll get a chance to network with people that climb outside.

Josephine

Yeah, maybe two years is too long. A season or two is probably more reasonable for sport climbing.