Sunshine Wall

Not as warm as last time I was here but at least it was dry. We hiked up to the King Pins area to do a couple top-ropes.

Peaceful Warrior 5.6***

6 bolts

I started off with this easy warm up climb up the chimney between two pillars. This is a nice climb with lots of rests. We also top-roped the face of the pillar which is more in the 5.10a/b realm.

Abe top-roping Peaceful Warrior.

Seven Virgins and a Mule 5.7***

gear to 2.5 inches

This is a great chimney climb between the main wall and a pillar. It starts off pretty tight and eventually widens up a bit. Near the top you can reach your arm out of the chimney and use the opposing pillar as a great hold. Really fun climbing!

Abe squeezing out of the chimney.

Tangled up in Blue 5.9****

Gear to 3.5 inches

I have wanted to lead this climb for awhile now. For some reason I am still not ready. After climbing seven virgins we set up a top rope on Narlux and used it for Tangled up in Blue. This ended up being a great climb with awesome jams and stemming work. I can't wait to lead it one day!

Narlux 5.10c****

7 bolts

Next we top-roped this steep pillar and arete climb. Great balancey moves with a continuous pump! I felt strong on it and think maybe next time I could try and lead it.

Abe top-roping Narlux.

Elvis' Pharmacist 5.10c**

Gear to 3 inches

Another top-rope for me. This was a thin finger crack set back in the corner which I found to be very hard! I just couldn't keep my fingers in that thin crack. I eventually gave up and lowered.

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