You are not a climber till ya climb a 5.12

Post by **milspecmark** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 5:54 pm

So this is my second year of climbing and I am sadly starting to realize that I am not a climber yet. I keep reading on here that routes under a 5.12 are not considered climbs, but I sure do love them. I like to climb at roadside, phantasia, the zoo, miur valley, etc. I am not comfortable with Trad, but I love to sport climb. I climb with a group of people who can lead a 5.10c and others in the group will top rope it. I can lead a 5.9 and it gives me a great adrenaline rush. Anyway, as I comb through the guidebook I can see the options are endless for climbers who can climb a 5.12 and up. I also notice the ratings on climbs below a 5.12 are usually 2 or 3 stars only. My group is planning another trip to the red in July. I am looking for some of your favorite sport climbs below a 5.11. I want to try a new place/wall so I am looking for your ideas. Thanks

Post by **TradWanker** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 5:56 pm

Dude, you're not a climber until Andrew says you are.

Post by **Andrew** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 5:58 pm

Truth

Post by **bcombs** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 6:01 pm

Back Door to Paris (I think) - 5.10c - Long Wall
Return of the Manimal - 5.10b (I think) - Bruisebrothers
Sacriledge - 5.10d - The Arsenal

I'm surprised I can't think of more considering I've climbed like a couple hundred.

Post by **michaelarmand** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 6:05 pm

Toxic Avenger

Post by **dynolikeArhino** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 6:16 pm

www.mountainproject.com

go to the bottom of the page and select the region, type of climb, grade, number of stars.

Post by **dhuff** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 6:26 pm

I hope you don't get down on yourself for not pulling down super hard; climbing .12 and up requires way more dedication and discipline than most are willing to put into it. Anyway, all the .10 sport routes at drive-by are good.

Post by **gripster** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 6:49 pm

Creep Show, Hurt, Diamond in the Rough, Fire and Brimstone. There are really a lot of great routes under 5.11 that are also bolted in the gorge. You will have plenty of fun.

Post by **allen** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 7:01 pm

GALLERY - 27 years of climbing (5.8) A brief History of Climb (5.10c) HIDEOUT - Pre-emptive strike (5.10c)

Post by **toad857** » Wed Jun 30, 2010 7:02 pm

i second fire & brimstone--it will test your mental fortitude, as well as give you a really adventurous feeling.