Demonstrating how quacking can help you send the classic Donald Duck mantle problem (V2). Mind your rib cage!

Solution erosion of the limestone at Elephant Rocks makes many of the climbs a scramble up razor-sharp pockets.

a shallow two finger pocket is all you get to mantle this slopey bulge-- maybe next time-- unnamed V5 (rock deluxe guide).

after arriving at elephant rocks, i met some friendly portuguese climbers (sorry for not remembering your names). they worked a technical V5 for much of the afternoon, but did not send. i wandered over to give it a try and inspired one of them to give it one more go. he sent it this time, with style! :)

'Shane just clears this very short move and mantle over Donald's Bill to finish things off

Another boulder with spectacular holes at Elephant rocks

Lake Matheson, on the South Island, is known for its reflections. I was on one of the bus circuits traveling around the island.

Thought you would like to see the view of some beautiful climbing areas in New Zealand. This place is called Ti Point.

Not sure why this three move problem seems to get so much publicity.......but it's a mantle problem. Not a scrambly reach as shown in some other pics.... and how I've seen some tall bastards do it.

Shane over the bulge and cruising on small pockets on a perfect autumn day