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zeth01


Apr 6, 2007, 3:04 PM
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whats the best climbing wall in the city of chicago?
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soo many and dont really have the time to go to every one and check them out. I've only seen FFC's wall. And whats the least crowded?


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shrug7


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The Sears Tower is good for multi pitch. Though getting a permit is hard to do from what I hear.


Seriously though...it's hit or miss at the gyms. VE is the biggest. I have been there when it's empty and packed, which is no fun so you just go across the street and drink and wait out the parties.

For outdoor:
The DL is about 3 hours away and Soill is about 6.


dripdry


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Wells Street Athletic club supposedly has a decent wall, and the Old Town Fitplex apparently has a sizeable climbing community.
There's also Hidden Peak, which is more bouldering than climbing.

There's the Chicago Mountaineering Club... that's a great way to meet up with climbers and find good places to climb.

Good luck!


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