Saturday, we went on the AMC rock climbing trip to Marlow. For most of us, it was the first time out, so everyone was a little behind on their form. Neither Tyson nor I were officially leading the trip, but we helped out with setting up anchors to get some practice and make the trip run smoother.

Since I did not climb much last year, I was expecting to be really out of practice. But the technique came back after a climb or two. Though, I did not bother attempting the one 5.10 that was set up. I have done it before and know it requires some really good foot work and strong fingers for little crimps.

At least on the mix of cracks on that cliff, I seem to rely too much on laybacks and high stepping.