Located in the center of Hemingway Buttress about 30' right of Poodle In Shining Armor (5.8), just left of On The Nob (5.10b) and directly behind a large, healthy oak tree.
Climb Poodle-oids From The Deep (5.10b) for 30' and then continue up the plated face above passing four bolts and some suspect holds. At the last bolt you have two choices - climb slightly left (5.11) with long reaches between small edges or head right and climb the arete (5.9+), cutting back left higher up when possible (easier but scarier considering the bolt quality). Continue up easy face and cracks to the shoulder of the formation and then top out onto the summit block.
There are some good moves on this climb but the poor rock quality at the start detracts slightly as does the hollow holds on some of the face moves, and the bolts are in serious need of an upgrade. All in all a good adventure for those competent at the grade.
A single 70 meter rope is sufficent to descend. A single 60 meter rope might work if you swing left and downclimb some questionable rock (not recommended), but 2 ropes will work fine otherwise.
Protection
4 bolts (5/16"), gear to 2.5", bolted anchor/rap (5/16")
Hemingway Buttress
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