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bradlmd
Aug 3, 2006, 8:03 AM
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Has anyone seen the small canyon that is off hwy 280 on the right heading south across the road from Soccer Blast. I think it is on Dunnavant Valley Rd. I noticed it last Christmas but didnt pay much attention to it until a few weeks ago. I decided to drive down the small canyon road and I realized how much rock is actually there. I think this place could be a big deal. Does anyone have any info on this area Name, routes, etc.?
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bernard
Aug 3, 2006, 9:18 AM
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Are you talking about the narrows? Old 280 runs through a narrow corridor of fractured limestone......around 30 maybe 40 tall in spots
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carpdav
Aug 3, 2006, 9:29 AM
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I will be passing through Birmingham early next week (Monday or Tues) on my way out to Tuscaloosa, is this place worth checking out?
I know there is some bouldering at Shades Crest bouldering fields that I am planning on jumping on for an hour or so, its it worth checking out as well?
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bradlmd
Aug 3, 2006, 10:49 AM
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Yeah thats the place Bernard. I would say its worth looking into at least. You can see the rock from the road so you can easily decide if you like it or not. I dont know if there are any access issues with this area but it seems wide open to me.
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carpdav
Aug 3, 2006, 11:31 AM
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http://www.drtopo.com/alabama/shades.html
- this is where I found out about "Bernard," as you call it, It seems like a decent place to climb from the booklet. That's why I was trying to find out from you guys if this place is any good. but, thanks for the info I will surely let you know how it goes......laters, Carp
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dynamo_
Aug 4, 2006, 7:02 AM
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Shades Crest Boulder Fields (Moss Rock Preserve) has got good bouldering. Second to HP40 in Alabama.
I am familiar with the Narrows...now a trendy subdivision and commercial area...used to drive my Triumph TR4A through there at high speeds before the yuppies took over. I don't know about climbing there. Seems like conspicuous use would get the law down on you. If it hasn't been developed yet, I would think there's insurmountable issues. Check the ownership, also.
Let us know.
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