Rocky Johnson
Edgeworks Member since 2004

Rocky has been a member of the climbing community in large for a long, loooong time. His countless climbing achievements include being the very first Edgeworks member and also putting up the classic “Rogers Corner” at Index.

How did you start climbing?
Rocky: I started climbing in the 1950s. No really sure of the date: time really didn’t matter to a kid. Started scrambling (bouldering) on some rocks near my home in Denver. My scout troop had an advisor that was a great climber: Joe Stettner. He took us rock climbing on Longs Peak.

Why do you climb at Edgeworks?
Rocky: Edgeworks provides a wonderful, fun community of like minded people who value vertical movement, Grace and Power. It is a place where I can connect to my love of climbing and in a remote way to the mountains.

Where is your favorite place to climb outside?
Rocky: In alpine areas. Beautiful alpine peaks, rock and ice. There is nothing like immersing yourself in the alpine world and moving freely over sublime terrain. Rock peaks, glaciers, ridges, meadows and forest all have great appeal.

What do you do when you’re not climbing?
Rocky: Not sure where all the time goes.

What are some interesting facts that you’d like to share with the Edgeworks community?
Rocky: Climbed with Fred Beckey and Lief N. Patterson in the early 1970s, I met Gaston Rebuffat, Henry Barber, Royal Robbins, Yvon Chouinard, Don Jensn, Mugs Stump, Jim Bridwell and countless other people with whom I share a bond: the bond of the rope.

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FUN and FREE activities for members ALL DAY FRIDAY, December 5, 2014!

In addition to our One-Day Membership Sale and as a way of saying, “thank you” to our members, we will be hosting a fun-filled Member Appreciation Day on Friday, Dec. 5 2014. Because by being a member, you are Edgeworks!

We hope you’ll come and enjoy all (or some) of what we have planned including a MEMBER PARTY from 7pm – 9pm.

SCHEDULE OF FUN:

Archie Escobido

Edgeworks Member since 2013 – Edgeworks Artist since 2014

Nominated by the Edgeworks staff because he’s great and he helped us out a TON with the tape art for the black light competition! Plus, his work on the “TODAY” board at the front entry of they gym is da bomb. Thanks, Archie!

How did you start climbing? 

Why do you climb at Edgeworks? 

Where is your favorite place to climb outside? 

What do you do when you’re not climbing? 

What are some interesting facts that you’d like to share with the Edgeworks community?

Archie: I’m a certified firefighter and EMT. Call me!

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2014 ABS 16 Blacklight Bouldering Competition + Party

Join us for the 10th Annual Blacklight Bouldering competition – also known as, one of the BEST climbing events in the region! This unique event combines the FUN of black lights with the EXCITEMENT and ENERGY of a climbing competition making it just as fun to watch as it is to participate. Improvements to sessions, flow, and decor will make this a year not to be missed! And, did we mention the DJ?! Open to ALL ages and abilities – check out the competition details below. (Volunteer Opportunities available, see additional info at the end of this post.)

COMPETITION DETAILS: 

Saturday, October 25, 2014

COST: • $35 through 10/16/14 • $40 after 10/16/14 • Edgeworks Members: $20

REGISTRATION CLOSED
Day of registration will be available on Saturday at Edgeworks.
(limited space is available in Session 1)

Competitor Registration Includes: •  BEST ROUTES of the year  •  Black light FUN  •
•  $1500 CASH purse (OPEN Categories)  •  PRIZES and RAFFLE (Adult & Youth)  •
•  After PARTY (21+)  •  BLACK LIGHT Comp T-Shirt (add’l $10, must register before 10/16) 

FREE AFTER PARTY! 6PM – 8PM
Once the competition ends, everyone 21+ is invited to join us in the upstairs lounge for FREE beer and the musical selections of the one and only, DJ Johnny Devine. Comp registration not required.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS: 
Prizes:
• Open Category Prizes: 1st-$450, 2nd-$200, 3rd-$100. (Male & Female OPEN Categories)
• 1st Place in any other adult category will receive a product prize.

USAC Credit and OPEN Category:
• Youth CANNOT get USAC credit for the comp if they compete in the OPEN Category for prize money. In the unusual case that a youth participant wants to compete for BOTH USAC credit AND prize money, you must register for and climb in both sessions. Yes, that means they have to pay twice.

Climbing Time:
• Climbers will be allowed EXACTLY 3 hours to climb. All climbing will end at the 3 hour mark. (This is a change from previous years when we allowed climbers to finish the climb that they were in line for at the buzzer.)

COMPETITION VOLUNTEERS:

Competition Judges (no experience necessary) Single Session Volunteers: $25 EW Gift Card, comp t-shirt & Karma points.      Session 1: 10:15am-2:00pm   OR   Session 2: 2:15pm-6:00pm

Double Session Volunteers: $50 EW Gift Card, comp t-shirt, pizza & DOUBLE Karma points.      All Day: 10:15pm-6:00pm

We will also need ART DECOR VOLUNTEERS Wednesday, Thursday and Friday prior to the comp. If you are interested, please talk to one of the friendly faces at the front desk.

Mark Schultz and Elena Moreno, members since 2011.

Nominated by the Edgeworks staff because they help make the gym a great place to climb!

How did you start climbing? 

Why do you climb at Edgeworks? 

Where is your favorite place to climb outside? 

What do you do when you’re not climbing? 

What are some interesting facts that you’d like to share with the Edgeworks community?

Elena: I often refer to Edgeworks as “my TV” since I’m pretty sure I/we spend as much time at the gym on a given night as most people spend on their couch, watching TV. And… I make homemade tortillas (ever since Mark taught me.) Who’s supposed to be the Mexican in this relationship!? 😉
Mark: Ants, in fact most insects, don’t have lungs. There is an underground alien base on the moon. Jayson’s beard has a name and I’m the only one who knows.

The staff here at Edgeworks are not only friendly and helpful behind the desk but they also enjoy climbing and just so happen to be some of the best climbing partners around. That is why we’ve decided to share them with you!

Approximately every other Tuesday from 7 – 9pm you’ll find at least one of them out on the floor/wall climbing with our members and guests, offering beta on that route/problem you’ve been projecting, providing a friendly belay, and making new friends – YOU!

Cycling – like climbing but not as vertical and a little faster. Jayson got so excited about his new helmet that we’ve decided to host a free ride for our members* around the North End of T-Town on Wednesday nights. It’s not really a climbing event, but more of an opportunity to get together, meet other members, and spend some time outside the gym.

*All members, future members, potential members, friends, family and people with bicycles are invited; the more the merrier – but expect to hear about our Corporate Specials if you are not already involved.

We’ll leave from the gym parking lot at 7pm and head out for a ride around the North End. Then, after about an hour of riding, we’ll stop at the HUB for 10% OFF dinner ; heading back to the gym around 9:30pm via North 11th.

Don’t forget to bring a helmet, bike lights, bike lock, money and ID!  We look forward to seeing you there.

EVERY WEDNESDAY EVENING IN AUGUST!
Next Ride: October 8, 2014

Bullet Point Itinerary: (For those who prefer lists.)

6:00 pm – Pull Plastic in the Gym
7:00 pm – Leave Edgeworks and head out for a ride around the North End.
8:15 pm – Arrive at the HUB, for 10%OFF dinner
9:30 pm – Return to Edgeworks