Third day in a row in RMNP.  Temps were PRIME!  I gave my first goes (in decent conditions) on Both Sides of the Spectrum V12 in Moraine Park.  It’s one of the most amazing pieces of rock that I’ve ever climbed on and the moves are fantastic.  A giant dead point to an impossible sloper followed by some subtle bumps on small crimps to the top.  This problem is VERY hard for me.  Mostly due to my shorter height.  It’s a tall man’s problem!  But that’s one of the reasons why I’m so psyched to climb it.  The ultimate CHALLENGE!  Today I surprised myself by sticking the crux first move (after probably 70 tries) but slipped on the bump to the lip.  I never stuck the move again and managed to wear my tips down past the final layer.  Tomorrow is a new day.  Back to the Park!  With or without skin.

Both Sides of the Spectrum V12