This route is not really on the Lost Hawk Pinnacle, but is right across on the Rollingstone. If doing the routes on Lost Hawk, this a good way to round out the day. Airgasm starts in a tricky seam/crack to the left (about 20') of the bolted route Stupid Human Tricks. Climb the seam and trend right into a right facing dihedral. Good pro lead through a large roof. I think a 4 Camalot protected the lip encounter (although it may have been a 3). Continue up easier rock and finish at the SHT two bolt anchor/lower off. The roof moves are exceptional and the start adds a little spice. Certainly worth doing if in the mood for an airgasm. Faces south. Should be given stars in the guidebook.
It will have a star in the next book. I had never done it because it didn't get them in Stieger's book. It is unusual and fun and it deserves at least one.
I just need to say that this is one of the greatest route names ever.
By Chris Prewitt From: Tucson, AZ Jan 1, 2009 rating: 5.10b
Thanks for posting this route. I probably wouldn't have gotten on it going off the guidebook. Not like most of the gear routes on the mountain.
By Jon Ruland From: Tucson, AZ Feb 6, 2009 rating: 5.10
a cool route. very intimidating to lead. i came away with scratches and scrapes on my upper arms after thrashing around and nearly blowing the flash. this is definitely a unique route.
watch for rope drag after pulling the roof. continue up through the chimney and build an anchor on top. the rock is crappy and the gear sparse after the roof, so be careful.
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