Details
Minimum Eligibility Criteria: Some climbing experience recommended
Length: 6-8 hours
Maximum Ratio: 3 participants, 1 guide
Minimum Age: Under 18 will need written consent from parent/guardian
Climb a Flatiron
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The flatirons is a world class climbing destination steeped in history. Located right outside downtown Boulder, these rock formations offer many unique adventures. Climb a moderate 1,000 ft face trad climb or a difficult, overhanging sport climb and anything in between. Our featured climbs are the First Flatiron (5.6, 10 Pitches) and the Third Flatiron (5.4, 8 Pitches). Both climbs feature an alpine-like quality with varied terrain, big views, and exhilarating rappels. The Third Flatiron is a perfect climb for a first timer outside where as the First Flatiron is longer and more varied than the Third with huge flakes, dihedrals, and the rollercoaster ridge.
Booking Info
A 50% deposit is required at the time of booking with the balance due 30 days prior to your trip. If you book a trip within 30 days of the start date, full payment is required at the time of booking.
Once you have selected your trip dates, click “Check Availability”. You will receive an email confirming your trip dates and a link to purchase after completing the “check availability” form.
YOU WILL NOT BE CHARGED UNTIL WE HAVE CONFIRMED TRIP DATES.
Skills Covered
- Leave No Trace Principles and Outdoor Crag Etiquette
- Harness, Helmet and Climbing Shoe Fitting
- Basic Rock Climbing Technique
- Lowering/Rappeling
- Fun!
Price Includes
Does Include:
- AMGA Trained/Certified Guide/Instructor
- Group Climbing Equipment
- Ropes
- Technical Hardware – carabiners, protection, belay device, etc
- Technical Softgoods – slings, cordelette, anchor rope, etc
- Personal Climbing Equipment
- Climbing Shoes
- Helmet
- Harness
Does Not Include:
- Food
- Transportation
- Lodging
- Trip/cancellation Insurance
- Non-technical Personal Items – clothing, pack, sunglasses, etc
- Rescue Insurance
- Park Entrance Fees (if applicable)
- Guide Gratuity
- Unforeseen costs incurred outside of the control of SAI
Equipment List
Clothing
Bottom
Cotton or synthetic climbing pants/capri’s
Shorts for hot weather
Top
Fleece or lightweight down sweater
Lightweight wind shell
Water proof rain jacket – lightweight gore-tex or similar
Short-sleeved shirt
(Optional) Sun hoody
Head
Baseball hat – for sun protection
Hands
1 pair of lightweight leather belay gloves – hardware store versions are great
Feet
Sticky rubber approach shoes or light hiking/trail running shoes (closed toe mandatory)
Cotton or Synthetic socks
Technical Equipment
Harness – UIAA/CE rated climbing harness with belay loop and gear loops. Should be able to fit on the outside of your layers.
Helmet – UIAA/CE rated climbing helmet.
Belay/rappel device – plaquette, tube style device preferred
2 locking carabiners – large, round stock screw gate carabiners that are easily manipulated while wearing gloves
Sticky rubber rock climbing shoes
*All technical equipment will be provided by SAI, but if you have our own, it’s encouraged that you bring it.
Food
2L of water
800 -1200 calories of food – energy bars, sandwiches, fruits, etc
Personal
Backpack – 25-30L
2 Large mouth water bottles, 1L capacity each.
Lip balm
Sunscreen
Smartphone
RISK MANAGEMENT
Risk management is SAI’s number one priority. Our guides manage significant hazards inherent in the mountains such as avalanches, ice fall, rock fall, inclement weather, and high winds, but they cannot eliminate them. SAI guides draw from their wealth of experience and training to make sound decisions that maximize your experience without compromising the necessary margin of safety. Please clearly understand that mountaineering and all other mountain adventures are inherently hazardous sports. You are choosing to engage in an activity in which participants have been injured and killed. While those accidents are indeed infrequent, they may occur at any time and be out of our control. We ask that participants acknowledge the risk and hazards of these sports, and make their own choices about whether or not to engage in these activities.
FAQ
Q:What am I responsible to bring?
A: Each one of course pages has information on what to bring under the tab “Price Includes”. We will also send you additional info on how to prepare for your guided day once via email once we have received your payment.
Q:How fit should I be for my course?
A: Our courses vary from absolute beginner to more advanced techniques on the sharp end. While a base level of fitness (moderate hiking) is generally necessary to get to the climb, all courses can be tweaked to match your level of fitness.
Q: What if the weather is bad and we need to cancel/reschedule?
A: Read our cancellation policy on our policies page.
Q: Do I need to have prior climbing experience?
A: Each course/objective has different experience requirements. This information can be found under the Prerequisites tab at the bottom of our course pages. For example, you do not need any prior experience to enroll in our Intro to Mountaineering Course but would need some prior climbing experience to participate in our Learn to Lead Trad Course.
Q: Is there an age minimum? Can I bring my kids?
A: No, there is not an age minimum and yes you can bring your kids! However, there are some courses where children would not be suitable. You can find more information under the “course details” tab on our course pages. Also, check out our custom guiding options where we can create custom itinerary for you and your family.
Q: Will I need transportation to get to the climb?
A: Yes, we do not provide transportation. We encourage carpooling with other course participants whenever possible though to save the environment and parking space! Meeting times and locations will be sent out via email once you have booked a course with us.
Q: Do you offer lodging options?
A: No. We offer recommended lodging options and sometimes discounted rates depending on the course or trip. Feel free to call us if you have any questions about lodging!
POLICIES
Please review our cancellation policy here.
Advanced registration is required to book this course. We have a limited amount of guides and book up regularly. Simply book online if you’re ready to secure a date or, give us a call during business hours if you have any questions.
