Don't let the grade scare you off - P1 of Gold Star is about grade 16 and is fantastic. It's the second pitch that's the crux (and isn't as good). Gates of Janus is also fantastic.
Given you're prepping for the Sierras, do as many varied cracks as you can, and try to avoid face holds. Things like Gold Star P1 would be about 5.4 (~ grade 8) in Yosemite. ;-) |