I have been into mountain biking most of my life. this summer i was teaching mtn biking at a summer camp in maine and they had a rock wall there. i started there and have loved it ever since. Bouldering is a new challenge for me and also is alot cheaper than cycling is. In a since it's nice to know its all you on the rock. there is really nothing else but the strength of your hands and upper body, shoes, and chalk. It's a nice simplistic sport that is very rewarding