An "Old Fart" just below the roof on "Backpaddle".
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Our pick as the best route on the rock. Easily the best stone especially above the bulge. The 2nd to last route on the left (W) end of the cliff with a prominent roof at mid height. Wander past 3 widely spaced clips on moderate terrain to get to "The Business", a steep, tricky to read sequence to gain an underclinging traverse that leads left below the roof. Pull the roof, grab a shake then some fantastic crystal pinching up the slabby face above leads to the rap anchors (single rope 60m).
By Guy Humphrey From: Fort Collins CO Feb 20, 2002
It is possible to TR this fun problem after climbing Shag (5.7), which is just to the left. A one rope rap from the anchors on this route will put at the anchors of Backpaddle.
By Christina kalb From: Westminster, CO Apr 7, 2008 rating: 5.10c/d
A fantastic route and REALLY well protected. I thought it was easier than the Black Tube, but I prefer face climbing over slabs.
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