I haven't been able to get outside since we went to Kepler S.P. a while ago. It's beginning to take its toll. I really want to start a project that will occupy my summer. One that I know I can't do yet, by far. The "Bulge" problem (pictured in my last blog entry, with me standing under) is luring me, but I think I just want to work some stuff that isn't really a known problem on that same rock. I love the thought of finding new, undone things that will be hard. There is something very alluring about trying something you know that you can't possibly do, yet.

After talking to some locals, I guess there are three known problems on that wall that "top out". I've seen the far left problem done and heard that it was a V6! I'm pretty sure that is out of my range, but with a few spotters and a lot of pads it should be a good time trying. The plan is to try it on Saturday mornings when the weather breaks. Any takers? Might try it the first few on top rope before I decide to call it a boulder problem. It is, after all, about 25 feet to the top with one sketchy move at the top. Yes my hands are sweaty!!!

I'll keep you all posted as to my progress.

By the way, I'm to the point now that I don't need to go to my garage to think of problems out there, I can just "envision" the wall and where all the holds/chips are and think of a problem on my couch.

So pathetic. I gotta get out!!