Surprise 

FA:  Pat Callis & Larry Reynolds, April 1966 Type:  Trad Consensus:  5.8 [details] Length:  3 pitches, 300 feet Season:  Spring - Fall Views: 287 page views Submitted By: Chris Miller on Jan 20, 2006 Add Photo  Add Comment

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Description 

This was the first climb on the Weeping Wall and so named because the first ascent party was so "surprised" it went. A good introduction to the wall although most parties elect to do the direct finish in lieu of the somewhat loose third pitch.

P1) Start in the middle of the wall and climb a short right-facing corner system (thin pro), then continue up and left on unprotected but very easy face (5.0) to a 3 bolt anchor. P2) Up and right along a ramp/flake system to reach a bolt (5.8) and then into an easy right-facing corner atop which is a 3 bolt belay. P3) Up a crack which turns into a flared chimney higher. Belay from gear at the top and descend via Bye Gully.

Protection 

bolts, gear to 3"