Alpine to the Max

Trip: Intro to Rock Climbing

Guide: Max L.

I really wanted to love this experience but it was horrible - from start to finish. I asked for the climbing location in advance and upon arriving, Max told us we had to follow him somewhere else with no cell reception. When we got there, Max did not have us do any stretching, did not ask us any questions about injuries or even engage in authentic conversation. Even though we told him me and my friend told him we were absolute beginners, he had us start on an intermediate climb. He did not teach us any skills. He did not make us feel safe. He pressured me into climbing at a level that I was not trained for. I slipped and scraped up my arms and legs. He told us safety is #3 (not #1). He threw rocks at cute chipmunks even when we asked him not to. When my friend was climbing, he was ignoring her and chatting with other people. At one point she got scared and another teacher had to help her. He had a passive aggressive attitude the entire time. He also did not appear to be a serious climber himself, maybe many years ago, but it was clear to us he is out of shape and only doing this for the money. I caution any beginners to stay away from Max. He is unsafe.

By Jennifer R. on September 14, 2024

Trip: Intro to Rock Climbing

Guide: Max L.

Max is a very experienced guide who made our outing great.

By Weston H. on September 01, 2024

Trip: Half Day Fun

Guide: Max L.

Went on a half day of sport climbing and instruction with Max…always fun to hang out with, very safe, and a fantastic teacher! I highly recommend this for beginning climbers!!

By Aram N. on August 28, 2024

Trip: Custom Climbing with Thomas Gilmore

Guide: Thomas G.

Another awesome day out in the mountains with Thomas. He did a killer lead on Kor's Flake on Lumpy Ridge. I've climbed with Thomas for five full days now, and I can highly recommend him for knowing everything that needs be known and considered to have a big day out in the mountains.

By Mark I. on August 02, 2024

Trip: Half Day Fun

Guide: Max L.

We had the best time! Max made it educational but accessible. We feel confident in our abilities to safely top rope outdoors now. Thank you!

By Stephanie W. on August 01, 2024

Trip: Learn to Lead Sport

Guide: Max L.

I did the sport lead climbing course and had the company owner Max as my guide. He did a great job explaining how to place quick draws and pull the rope. I also got lots of time to practice on real crag climbing which was tons of fun and extremely helpful. We also went over basic anchor building skills which I found to be quite useful. Overall a fun day and very educational

By Avery R. on July 22, 2024

Trip: Half Day Fun

Guide: Mike C.

Phenomenal experience and Mike was absolutely amazing guide.

By Jonathan S. on July 18, 2024

Trip: Custom Rock Climbing

Guide: Tyler A.

Tyler was a fantastic guide and made the whole experience. I can't recommend them enough.

By Daniel F. on July 18, 2024

Trip: Mike Coyle Guiding

Guide: Mike C.

By Huikai K. on July 16, 2024

Trip: Custom Climbing with Thomas Gilmore

Guide: Thomas G.

Everything went great both days Thomas and I went out. We did Anthill Direct and Long John. Thomas is the best and I'm so happy I got out to Eldo again this summer! Thank you for providing such great service, it means a lot!

By Ryan L. on July 13, 2024