Dead Cholla Wall
Fulfilled with our many climbing adventures in El Rito, NM we decided to venture to Pilar to see what the Rio Grande Gorge had in store for us. Little did we realize that our yearning hearts were in for a treacherous, border-line, shady situation. But, we are forever indebted to fate for always showing us "the sunny side of life." Oh, what would we do without your magical ways? The narrow, cliff side belaying spots were far from desired, but the wall itself was unlike anything we have ever had the chance to shred. Dead Cholla Wall is technical and the holds are few and far between. But, there is more grip to this baby than sandpaper. We were in awe of the true beauty this wall had to offer. Besides the 360 views of the Rio Grande River and surrounding Sandia Mountain Range, each climb was like a sweet dance. Each move required complete harmony between your limbs, the rhythm of Bob Marley, and a meditative focus. Be prepared to Kit Carson your way up a freakishly steep and narrow dirt road, but more importantly be ready for the artistry on the other side.
Fulfilled with our many climbing adventures in El Rito, NM we decided to venture to Pilar to see what the Rio Grande Gorge had in store for us. Little did we realize that our yearning hearts were in for a treacherous, border-line, shady situation. But, we are forever indebted to fate for always showing us "the sunny side of life." Oh, what would we do without your magical ways? The narrow, cliff side belaying spots were far from desired, but the wall itself was unlike anything we have ever had the chance to shred. Dead Cholla Wall is technical and the holds are few and far between. But, there is more grip to this baby than sandpaper. We were in awe of the true beauty this wall had to offer. Besides the 360 views of the Rio Grande River and surrounding Sandia Mountain Range, each climb was like a sweet dance. Each move required complete harmony between your limbs, the rhythm of Bob Marley, and a meditative focus. Be prepared to Kit Carson your way up a freakishly steep and narrow dirt road, but more importantly be ready for the artistry on the other side. 
Love the climbing-style description ;)
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