Hash and Nature Nazi Boulders
Photo by Pranay Pareek.
Climb Review
I’ve climbed this in reverse last year (https://www.theweeklycamper.com/climbing/nature-unnamed-hash-boulders ).
Undercling (V0; Hash Rock)—This problem was much easier than it was last year for me. I think compared to last year, I’m stronger, lighter, and more confident. The cracks were solid and the top out was not in doubt. I lapped it at least three times.
Sloper (V2; Hash Rock)—I was hoping to do Crimpin on Slopers, but went left on this route instead. It took me a couple of tries, but sent it without much fanfare, while Cassie was working on Undercling.
Funky Chimney (VB; Nature Boulders)—In search of some easier boulders for Cassie, I climbed this while she had fun with a different VB. I do really enjoy chimneys.
What Happened?
After work, I wanted to go bouldering outside, so Cassie and I quickly drove up to Castle Rock. When we got there, we found the place deserted and we were able to hop on a few routes before the cold winds forced us to retreat to Ramona.
Before the retreat, Cassie was able to climb on sandstone for the first time and learn how slippery they can be compared to granite, which was her outdoor bouldering experience to date. She lost confidence in her feet, but I believe that is something that all climbers go through where we learn to trust the holding power of our feet over time as we learn to position them correctly to gain the most amount of grip given a specific type of rock.
After we drifted from Hash Boulder to Nature Nazi, a fine mist came over us and we knew that we should head back, even though there was another 20 or so minutes of daylight left.