Hello,
Was wondering how you folks who are comfortable solo'ing class-4+ without rope got to where you are. I've been taking yearly trips to the Sierra for all kinds of class-3 fun, and would like to get to the point where I'm able to go beyond that if a route requires it. (Not necessarily sustained, but at least for short sections.)
There are climbing gyms nearby and I'm wondering whether to take up bouldering, or if taking some classes on climbing and then practicing on the walls would be more valuable.
Any advice would be appreciated!