Immediately left of the Houdini Arete/Great Escape is this thin crack. Rated .10d in the Vogel guide, it is easier than it looks. Not worth travelling for, but a worthy tick.
Protection
Small nuts and cams for the route. Hand and hand+ for the anchor.
I thought the crux was not at the thin crack at the bottom, but higher up where you can actually get your fingers in. The feet go away and I had to do a balancy sidepull/step across that seemed harder than 10b. Ballnuts or RP's recommended for the 1/4" section of crack about 15-20 feet up.
By Adam Stackhouse Administrator From: Escondido, Ca Mar 13, 2006 rating: 5.10c
Another route in this region that was unusual for Joshua Tree in that in that it was originally a bit overrated and overstarred at 5.10d with 4 of 5 stars.
By Graham Roff From: San Diego Apr 3, 2006 rating: 5.10c
Pretty cool climb if you are in the area. Protection is tricky, be sure to bring a set of micro nuts and a cool head. While not 10d as in the original guide, I'd say pretty solid 10c.
By Chris Miller Administrator Apr 3, 2006 rating: 5.10b
A good climb for the area but it's a bit on the short side. Nothing smaller than a #1 (WC) Rock should be needed.
Ellsmere Island
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