Another full day out climbing, this time at the Sads. I’d only come out here once, and that was during my trip over Thanksgiving weekend in 2006.

I also did not climb very much that day, opting to do photographs instead.

So it was some suprise and amusement – after reviewing the tick list from yesterday’s climbing at the Sads, that I realized I’d photographed other climbers on three of four problems I did yesterday, two years ago. So in a mashup of yesterday and two years past..

Joe on The Mothership Connection (V4). This especially gravy problem involves a hand and foot jam below the ledge, then reaching out for your choice of ledges and a lock off before reaching for the good hueco above (and out) of the picture. This is amongst one of my favorite bouldering pictures.

Molly (V5) – an immaculate problem starting off on many good pockets, and ultimately requiring a tough throw to a sidepull, then lots of body tension before the throw to the edge.

Last but not least, Strength in Numbers (V5). This problem is an natural park-attraction. The holds are large and inviting. The area is open and lots of rocks around for spectators to sit around and watch climbers test their mettle. And most importantly.. the crux is up there on the very top, so there are plenty of cheers or tears as climbers make their fortune, or fly off, crashing into the mats – over and over. It is no wonder that this is an area classic.

Ticklist for today -

  • Chizam (V5)
  • Loaded (V1)
  • The Mothership Connection (V4)
  • Molly (V5)
  • Strength in Numbers (V5)