This problem stands out as one of my favorite climbs at Black Mountain. More simply put..it's among the best climbs I have ever done. The compression on this boulder is phenomenal. It touts the absolute triple: Aesthetic, Fear, and Movement.

As you trend up the juggy right hands, the left hands continue as slopers. When the holds run out, several feet of space separates you from a deep, perfect left hand. Trust the heel hooks. Smile as you go up. Smile at the top. I adore this one.

'Dan Osman' can be found in Broken Heart area.
To locate 'Osman', park in Roadside Corral. Head uphill, and trend North/slightly North-West. After reaching a faint trail, continue north for around 4-6 minutes to the Austin Powers boulder. From here, 'Osman' is just uphill and off to your right (in the distance).

Black Mountain, Idyllwild
Music: Aesop Rock - No City
Climber: Mikey McKay; Instagram: @mckaymikey

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