Photos by earsen

This is a pic of the opening move crux that tends to deter most people from ever trying this awesome route at Grand Ledge. Andrew is deadpointing to the (Blind Faith)pocket using a left micro crimp and a right jug. After this, move the feet, another crimp with the right hand, then a right bump to a high flake. The rest is fun face climbing.

Mossy Gully has gotten better since the large ledge that shortened it's length fell away in July of '02. This is a reminder of how fragile the rock is a Grand Ledge. Here's a student of mine, Kelly Ernce, towards the top of the route.

Rocket man is located around the corner from the mass of rocks where many people sit when not climbing at the ledges, just before the largest roof section of grand ledge. There is a lot of discrepancy on Rocket Man's rating. The old guide book calls it a (10-) others say 11+ (pretty big difference) I'd say 10d/11a is close. A bouldery start leads to a big reach to the crux, a ledge that looks more positive than it is. Move into the open book for quick rest, then finish on the right side of the open book with some crimpy slabs. One of the most consitent routes at the Ledges.

The most obvious of roof problem at the Ledges, Dougs is fun 10+ will some big holds. The opening movies are a little technical, the crux offers a nifty heel hook and deadpoint, and the face some cool slopers and rest points. Probably the single most popular rock route in Michigan.