Dihedral at Upper Tier in the Bocco Area offers a straightforward yet subtly challenging trad climb that appeals to both eager newcomers and seasoned crack enthusiasts. This 60-foot single-pitch route draws you into a tight finger crack weaving its way through the rock, demanding delicate jams and precise footwork. The rock here feels alive beneath your hands, cool to the touch in the morning and warming as the sun arcs overhead. The climb moves steadily upward, the angle moderate but requiring steady rhythm and focus. As you edge higher, the approaching crux—the final few moves—pushes your technique and commitment, challenging you to trust your gear placements and body positioning.

This route sits within the Upper Tier of the Bocco Area, a compact climbing zone offering a rugged blend of steep cracks and textured faces that catch the early sun and afternoon shade. The atmosphere is grounded—rarely crowded—which lets you connect to the rock and the crisp mountain air that whips through the crags. While it's classified 5.9, the rating feels approachable but honest; it trades brute strength for finesse and mental poise, making it an excellent test of finger crack skills.

Protection is straightforward but demands an attentive rack selection. Small TCUs paired with some nuts and a few larger cams cover the crack’s variable widths, ensuring your runner placements are sound and versatile. The gear placements invite a measured pace, allowing you to settle into each jam without rushing or fumbling.

Approach is pragmatic: a short trek through moderate alpine terrain with firm trail sections that lead quickly from your vehicle to the base. The position at latitude 39.71525 and longitude -106.70244 places you in the heart of Colorado’s rugged Eagle-Vail-Minturn corridor, a region of accessible wilderness where climbing escapes the urban rush. Keep a steady pace, stay hydrated, and expect changing sun angles that impact the wall's temperature and friction.

Before you step onto the stone, check your rack for the right mix of cams and nuts, ensure shoes are sharp for the finger crack, and time the climb toward morning or late afternoon when the rock temp favors grip. The descent is uncomplicated—a short walk-off that rewards you quickly with views of the surrounding crags and alpine expanse.

Dihedral invites climbers who crave technical crack climbing with a practical edge. It’s not a showy route but a route that hones real skills amid quiet natural beauty where your hands and mind come alive on Colorado’s high granite.