True classic, steep arete climbing with a sloper and crimps. Can't believe I hadn't tried it before! First of two 2nd try sends this day. V7d.

My longest boulder problem project EVER. SO PSYCHED to put it to rest. Alone in the dark with three crashpads and two headlamps. BOOYA Ex-Pat!

Such a striking, awesomely featured, independent line! So psyched!

Striking line. Took me a long time to figure out how I was going to climb it, and then when I finally did it was static.

I backed off this thing many times over the years before finally committing. Nice to finally get it done.

Great line! Sharp crimps and big moves with one good jug thrown into the mix. Second 2nd try send of the day!

One of the best V6's at Black, on one of the best boulders anywhere. Fumbled the 3rd move on my flash and sent second try.

I owe a huge thanks to Anthony Tarascio for both beta and spots. This is seriously one of the best lines I've ever climbed, in spite of slight dabbiness at the bottom. Although tried by many talented climbers, this was supposedly only the fourth ascent. Very psyched. Vid here: http://youtu.be/57zjF3lPDp4

Nice to finally send something hard again! Had to have the infamous Dan Mills show me how to get it done on Saturday so I could come send it on Sunday. My right side felt like it was going to explode thanks to the SickDropKnee.

I found and cleaned this line almost two months ago. Itai Axelrad got the first ascent and it had seen repeats by Eden Axelrad and Anthony Tarascio before this weekend. After I showed the line to even more people on Saturday the number of ascensionists is up to 9. Low-end v9, but the small holds and unique movement will probably make it hold the grade.

Tall, intimidating crimp face to a capstone of jugs. One of the most pure rock climbing moments, way up on the highball where falling isn't an option but you're well within your limit.