Gary and John:
I haven't been up to the ATL in a while so I will see if I can get up your way soon. I have a big race I am running in Boston on 4/18, so I know my weekends are booked between now and then. (My wife only allows me time for one obsessive-compulsive hobby at a time).
With longer days coming soon, any chance you guys could sneak away a little early one afternoon during the work week? If not, I will try to find a weekend I can work in a road trip.
John: as I recall the short bolted climb you found referenced at West Palisades is pretty hard, (like 5.12-ish as I recall). Also, some of the places you mention that are listed as "beginner friendly", (example: Lost Wall, Tennessee Wall, etc) are listed that way because they do have several easy and moderate routes, but most of these routes have to be led from the ground and traditionally protected in order to hang a top rope. Don't even think about Whitesides as it has a significantly greater pucker factor than either the East Face or East Buttress on Whitney. There are a few nice crags a couple hours from Atlanta that are great for beginners though. I know of one spot very close to town where we might be able to work on a few things. Maybe we should just climb Gary's hotel?
Anyway, let me know what you think. I seem to recall I still owe Gary a dinner and want to hear more about the Dog and the Cat in DV.
Kent
