Bates Arete 

FA:  Barry Bates Type:  Boulder Consensus:  V4 [details] Length:  10 feet Views: 264 page views Submitted By: Aron Quiter on May 2, 2005 Add Photo  Add Comment

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Starting the Bates Arete problem on the backside o...

Description 

The Bates Arete is one of the best problems of its grade in The Bay Area. Starting low on the right side of the rock, and about 25 feet long, first traversing up a steep overhang complete with large jugs and slopers leaving the desire for a good rest.

The climb turns the corner from a good traverse into an uphill battle along a long solid arete where landings are bad. A final mantle, and the problem is yours.

Protection 

Several Pads, active spotters, and some heuvos. There are a few spots in the problem that just don't protect all that well.

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BETA PHOTO: The Bates Arete problem from below.