Parting Gift

Joe Stern and I walked this wall a few years ago and saw this crack, noting to come back to it when the time was right. Well, this Spring I went through Moab and thought it fitting to try and organize the classic Nate Dogg crew manifestation, choosing this crag as the day's fare. I've always loved getting the gang together, and this was definitely an all-time group. Seeing as how I knew there weren't going to be too many more days when I could do this, I was so psyched to see it pan out.

Sam and Carl were there, along with the legendary duo of Charley Graham and Herb Crimp, and two of my other favorites; Joe, and the always-entertaining Trevor. We had PBRs and an awesome day.

The crack is a typical find that I like; thin fingers and bullet stone. I aided it pretty quickly, was relieved that the banana-shaped block was solid, and drilled the anchor. Being a little out of shape, I didn't even bother TR-ing it. I just kicked back and watched the crew go at it. Of course Herb flashed it on TR so I suggested that he lead it post haste, which he did, dispatching the FFA and rounding out the quick establishment of yet another classic.

I chose the name because this was one of my final days at Indian Creek for what may be some time. Giving this route to Herb was both a testament to our friendship, and an embodiment of all the qualities I love about climbing and the amazing friends I've gotten to share this pursuit with. Oh, and there's also a double entendre regarding the giant block just within reach at the start. ;)

Just to the right of Pow Hana

If I recall correctly it's blue TCUs, BD .3s and .4s, and maybe one piece bigger than that?