JOSH BENNETT

Member Since 2013

With 151 check-ins in 2014, you probably recognize Josh’s face. Now’s your chance to get to know him a little better in this month’s Member Spotlight.

How did you start climbing?
Josh: I was introduced to climbing right at Edgeworks by Matt Stoner. I was supremely confident I would cruise everything, when I couldn’t… well it got me hooked. Not sure why I like climbing so much… just sorta clicks.

Why do you climb at Edgeworks?
Josh: I climb at Edgeworks because of the people, the setters, and friends. The problems and routes are always good and you always get a smile when you walk through the door. It’s just a great environment… never met someone I didn’t like at Edgeworks.  Also it’s super close to my house!

Where is your favorite place to climb outside?
Josh: GOLD BAR!!! I’m a freak for Gold Bar! The hike, the seclusion, the view… and that stone quality… oooh soo good. Anyone wanna take a trip?!

What do you do when you’re not climbing?
Josh: Hike a lot, I’m always running around trying to find the newest adventure. Lots of hiking and trying to see new things and just being out in nature.. But mostly climbing or watching /reading something about climbing…. I may be obsessed.

What are some interesting facts that you’d like to share with the Edgeworks community?
Josh: Red, Yellow, and Blue are not the true primary colors. Cyan, Magenta, and Yellow are.

Taylor Easley

Member since 2012

A dedicated climber, Taylor has been known to brave 16 degree temps and forego sleep for 36 hours all in the interest of an awesome climbing trip and all while working the graveyard shift.

Get to know Taylor…

How did you start climbing?
Taylor: Not long after Ben McMullen signed up for his membership, he invited me to go climbing with him. Needless to say, after that first day with blistered hands and pumped forearms I was hooked for life.

Why do you climb at Edgeworks?
Taylor: I started climbing at Edgeworks because it was the only gym that I knew of at the time. However, the reasons I keep coming back are because of the great community, the knowledgeable and friendly staff, and the route setting is second to none.

Where is your favorite place to climb outside?
Taylor: Man, that’s a tough question. I have not been too many places yet but, I would have to go with Leavenworth. Bouldering in Icicle Canyon is always an amazing time with a beautiful backdrop.

What do you do when you’re not climbing?
Taylor: Well, I am definitely a nerd so I fill a good bit of time with reading, video games, board games and other such activities. Apart from climbing the only other sport I play on a regular basis is soccer (the greatest game known to man!).

What are some interesting facts that you’d like to share with the Edgeworks community?
Taylor: Hmm… Oh, I got a good one. A picosecond is a unit of time that equals 10^(-12) so 0.000 000 000 001 seconds. One picosecond is the length of time it takes for light to travel approx. 0.3mm.

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? 

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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? 

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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.