Gym climbing might have the edge over outdoor climbing when it comes to safety and comfort... but is definitely lacking in other departments.
Gym Rat Outside, pt. 2
I'm super-excited to get outside on some real rock tomorrow in Colorado! However, I've heard that smeary, non-existent footholds are the order of the day out there, so I'm expecting this scene to play out a lot:
Gym Rat Outside, pt. 1
I've only climbed on actual rock three times so far, due to Southeast Michigan's crushing lack of vertical terrain. So far, this has been my biggest challenge making the transition from gym to crag.
Mortal Coil
The first time I tried to coil a rope, I nearly strangled myself. It's gotten better since then... mostly.
