Ascents in Alabama Hills

Long, long, long -- but mostly 5.8 climbing. A few 5.9 sequences, and just one 5.10a move. A very soft-feeling 5.10a climb.

Last climb of the day, and I expected it to go easier than Pangborm since the guide gives this as 5.9, but it is clearly harder. I did both on lead, but another climber who lead Pangborn but followed this felt that this was, also, clearly harder.

Sustained thin 5.9 at the start, hard move after the ramp, then a sustained mix of 5.8, 5.9, and 5.10a moves up the upper section. And it just keeps going and going.

Second lead climb ever. Did it in about 3 minutes lol.

Fun.

Wasn't planning on this one -- but it was open when we got to the cliff, so I lead it. Glad I did. Lovely sustained 5.8 climbing that just goes on and on.

2nd lead. Stepping up from 5.7 to 5.8. A bit tricky, but went well.

First climb (and first lead) at Alabama Hills. Bouldery start onto the platform, then easy but fun climbing above. A real rope-stretcher for a 60m rope.

1st lead climb ever! got scared but finished it.

FREEZING hands. Intense winds. Mental morning. Great route.

Eva was stoked so I had clean up duty. Rad line, hands with some fists.