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Thread: Poe Canyon 08-22-13
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09-09-2013, 01:30 AM #21
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09-09-2013 01:30 AM # ADS
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09-09-2013, 10:45 AM #22
About the throw:
The closest I have seen is the last major pothole in Woody. I borrowed this picture from Bob's trip report here:
http://www.bogley.com/forum/showthre...7-Woody-Canyon
The Woody throw is made from just below the bottom of the picture over the far ledge.
There are a couple differences:
The throw in Poe is further, more pinpoint and more awkward than the one in Woody.
If you cant make the throw in Poe, there is NO other option other than the climb over on loose bolts.
About preparation for Poe:
The person who introduced me to canyoneering is Jeff Dredge. He is a very strong, intelligent, accomplished and experienced canyoneer. He was lucky enough to go on a Poe trip with Steve Ramras, @RAM and I'm pretty sure Tom Jones, @ratagonia a few years ago. In talking to him about my upcoming trip, he said he would not feel comfortable leading a group there, and strongly recommended I reconsider going. I am not sure what prepares you for Poe, but if you are not completely confident in your ability to do it, you are not prepared. Heaps, Imlay, Woody, No Kidding are a start. There are several others out there that would help too. The prior 4 are just more familiar to most. You will likely want to have multiple trips to canyons with this heft, need for natural anchors or problem solving under your belt to attempt Poe. Also, it is not enough for you alone to have the experience. You will need a strong and diverse team.
Happy Canyoneering and BE SAFE!!
Rob
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09-09-2013, 02:23 PM #23
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09-09-2013, 02:47 PM #24
I noticed that spot in Bob's report. This is the kind of stuff that is helpful as Woody wouldn't be very high up on my list of canyons to do unless I have a reason to do it.
Thanks for the great response. I don't consider myself ready to do Poe right now, thus the question. While each canyon has its own fun and enjoyment, it's always nice to be able to focus on canyons that will help me improve in areas that I need more experience. Your expertise and comments are much appreciated. For now, I'm just hoping it doesn't rain on our full Imlay parade on Friday. If anyone else has any other canyon recommendations, please PM me or keep piling on the posts.
Bryce
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09-09-2013, 03:20 PM #25
Here is a slightly better angle:
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09-15-2013, 11:58 AM #26
Yeah, not really.
OK, it IS a better angle. The not really is that this is a big, tough throw. Nope.
Basically, a fairly good tosser like me can make the Woody toss first try, while I have absolutely zero chance on the Poe toss.
Someone's till gotta climb those ropes hand over hand. That's tough.
Tom
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09-18-2013, 03:22 PM #27
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09-18-2013, 03:26 PM #28
I started to try that once, before our champ stepped up and 'volunteered' to hand over hand it. At that point the ropes are incredibly dirty, so prusiks (or Bachman knots, my preference) work very poorly. And yes, prusiks are slow slow slow and those potshots up there are creeping over the edge...
Tom
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09-18-2013, 07:35 PM #29
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02-09-2018, 10:14 AM #30
Bumping this for a friend...
Suddenly my feet are feet of mud
It all goes slo-mo
I don't know why I am crying
Am I suspended in Gaffa?
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