Red Rocks, Livin' on Borrowed Time 11c | E35

This was one of the hardest and most enjoyable climbs that I got on at Red Rocks during my trip in 2018. I had a tough time finding my way and getting established but once I committed to the moves and I found the technical nature to be extremely enjoyable. If I go back to Red Rocks I would love to get back on this and try to do in as much of a flow state as possible because I think if I could get this climb dialed a bit more it might be one of the most flowing climbs I've done. (That's really saying something when you consider how that first burn went!)

[@jf7393]

no idea what's classically "on" but i did not use the monos. i didn't stick clip anything but i hung on this puppy many times. i did stay much further left between bolts 2 and 3, used a very small pocket for left toe, left hand in that awesome dinner plate sized hole that you were matching feet in @ 5:47, super high right foot in the flake with that undercling. was rather spicy clipping bolt 3 in that stance. it did set me up better for the hands in that eroded section just above where you kinda had to traverse left. got dark as i was coming down but i hope to go back and do it clean. if people are using the monos between bolt 1 and 2 i don't think i would call that 11c. nice work!

[@LukeRockCimber]

I totally agree on that last line!! Using the monos seems insane 😂 I would love to go back to Red Rock now and try this again because I have a lot more experience climbing outside and on trips. I don’t often focus on this slab style but I will say its super rewarding when it goes. Let me know if you end up getting back on it.

[@mattdelsanto5108]

I would say that having your belayer pass up the 16ft stock clip is essential beta

[@LukeRockCimber]

Quintessential! Long live the greatest belayer in the Northeast!