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5.10a X

   
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Type: Trad, TR, 1 pitch, 75 feet
Consensus: 5.10a [details]
FA: Colin Lantz, Warren Mussleman, Andrew Lust, Oct 1984
Submitted By: Keith Gibialante on Mar 23, 2009

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Description 

We start this a little different then the book describes by simply starting off the trail. Go straight up first block to nice ledge where the Nameless Arete starts. Continue straight up the graffiti section about 10 feet off ledge is the crux you pull and awkward mantel then reach for small crimpers above you. Continue straight up to big roof. Holds are there but sometimes you have to reach and get keep them feet on.


Protection 

Bolts and chains at top. This can be lead but is run out and gear is marginal.



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The start off the ground.

The start off the ground.

grafitti

grafitti

var. to right of crux. I think it mellows this climb out to just 5.9+

var. to right of crux. I think it mellows this cli...

into the crimper

into the crimper

my buddy working out the crux

my buddy working out the crux

Jan.1st 2009 surprise snow squall

Jan.1st 2009 surprise snow squall

surprise snow squall while setting up for chain reaction

surprise snow squall while setting up for chain re...

Looking down at Tohickon Creek from set up of chain reaction

Looking down at Tohickon Creek from set up of chai...


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By Larry S
Nov 23, 2010

Fun climb on sharp rock. I've cut my fingers and torn pants on it.

By PaulOnTheWall
From: Whitehall, PA
Apr 18, 2012

My first 5.10 and made it on my first attempt. I think I must have avoided some crux somehow because although it was tough, it seemed easier than other 5.10s I have failed at. Nice climb, starts off with some bouldering moves to get you on the the first ledge, then better than average holds (as far as Stover goes) lead up a sharp and gritty face. Slightly overhanging at parts but not too bad. This climb will work on the skin of your hands and knees until you have the moves down. Really fun climb and great view from the top.