The Riverside

So myself and a select crew (usually only one or two brush monkeys) have been developing this amazing little spot in the Gwinnett area. The fun all started when I was approached by some kids at school saying they knew of some rocks, and that I was a climber. I followed them to this spot on the Chattahoochee River, and was shocked... I could not believe this sick little crag, hosting hundreds of boulder problems and even a few quality routes, was just minutes away from home. I was sure I would find signs of climber activity, but was continually faced with virgin stone and plenty of bushwhacking. Blocs of every shape, size, and style blew my mind hosting Fontainebleauesque slabs, crimpy blank overhung faces, and powerful dynamics. Lines have been going up like crazy, and it seems like we find a new boulder everyday. The range of difficulty is immense with easy 5.8 slab and crack top-ropes, up to V-sick boulder projects. A topo is in the works, but there is much work to be done! If you live in the Gwinnett area, this crag will soon be on your radar with rock quality shattering the standard of known granite in Georgia. Be prepared to screw your head on tight, as the beta will make you more confused than the SAT with a hangover... think Rocktown, HP40, and Boatrock all spawning one child crag. Here's a few videos to check out.

2 from The Riverside from Andrew Minnick on Vimeo.

3 Problems at The Riverside from Andrew Minnick on Vimeo.