This past weekend, Jennie and I were fortunate enough to tag along with her former coworkers and their friends to a Joshua Tree outing. And with the majority being rock climbing enthusiasts, we got the chance to partake in the festivities.
In the US, climbs are rated on a scale from 5.0 to 5.14. As a zero-experienced climber, I was somehow persuaded into trying a 5.7+ climb. And try I did, but once I got to the part that actually put the climb at a 5.7+ rating, I lost my grip.
Three times I tried.
Three times I died.
Okay, so it was only like 15 feet up and maybe I'm being a bit dramatic, but I'm guessing if I wasn't attached to a rope, I would've smashed my head on a rock on the way down. I think next time (yes, there will be a next time), I'll give it a whirl in a gym where I can gradually work my way up to the more difficult routes.
Oh, and this trip was also the first for my new pal, the Nikon D80.
enjoy the photos
4 comments:
Hey, not bad for a first-timer, mister. You were super fast from the start. At least you didn't get your foot stuck 12 inches off the ground!
No worries, you get "unlimited lives" in this game.
nice photos! Don't die anymore. Thats no fun.
You and Jennie should come climbing with Dave and I. I can't believe you started off with a 5.7 run, but props to you. :)
climb, climb diddy climb climb!!
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