Tipping Point - Colorado Rock Climbing

This trip seems to have been a sort of tipping point for me. I use the word tipping point because this is first time, since I started rock climbing several years ago, that I feel energized and motivated to really push my limits, in short, to not be afraid of being afraid.

Sitting here once again in front of my computer at home. I have a little time to reflect on the past week which was spent almost exclusively rock climbing in Boulder and Buena Vista Colorado. In the past couple of years I have to admit, I have been a little timid and unwilling to really go out on a limb and attempt to overcome obstacles when success wasn't a forgone conclusion. But this past week made me realize that that doubt, that fear, it's essential. The knowledge that the task at hand will require every bit of your focus and determination is a such a powerful vehicle for propelling yourself to greater heights. These challenges force you to give everything you have and hold nothing back, in situations like these I am often surprised just how far you can push yourself. I think I am addicted.

This is Ben. The reason I ended up in Leadville CO and met all the climbers you see below. Ben and I have all sorts of adventures planned for the winter so you can bet you will seeing a lot more of him.

This is Joel. I am officially jealous of his blue eyes.

This is Zack. Aka Greek GodThis is Chris. This is Steve.

Colorado! - (In about 10 Hours)

Just a quick post. Patrick and I are almost finished packing and ready to depart! It has been months since I have been able to climb anything outside, and the gym climbing just isn't cutting it. So we are off to Colorado for the duration of the week to push our climbing limits, meet and photograph some Coloradan strangers and hopefully find some incredible single track. Last year's Colorado trip involved shooting with a local modeling agency in a blizzard!

This is a shot taken from last years trip from Ice Cream Parlor in Moab Utah

Speaking of strangers here are two people I met while out scouting in downtown KC. This is Jacob who kindly directed me to the nearest Starbucks.

John. I met John while learning that they allow photography in the KC public library! Look for an upcoming session to be shot here!