[jhought3]

"I like how "in The World" means "in the United States of America, in my opinion". As a rock climber, I can point out few problems"... I can definitely respect this criticism and to be honest I initially had US, but I think that with the Rock quality, quantity, and distance from the city, it can for sure be argued. As for the weather, we surely see some hot months, but you can climb here year round (not the case in Yosemite/boulder canyon). I also wouldn't consider us "deep south". Being located between Nashville and Atlanta we actually have a pretty hipster, crunchy, outdoors feel. There are 3 Vegetarian eateries walking distance from my office & organic/locally grown foods is a huge movement in Chat. I actually plan to travel to Cape Town in a few months, I'd love some pointers (jared at getfireplug.com). Have you climbed in Chattanooga? I'd happily give you the tour