Skin Deep 

FA:  Richard Wright, Dr. ABS, 1994 Type:  Sport Consensus:  5.10 [details] Length:  1 pitch, 60 feet Views: 38 page views Submitted By: Richard M. Wright on May 14, 2008 Add Photo  Add Comment

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Description 

There seems to be some confusion about SD. The route listed on the upper tier is not SD. It may refer to one of Dan Hare's lines or one of Joe Desimones'. SD is the further right of two routes, both about 100yds right of Cool Thing on the lower tier. SD starts on very nice, almost chocolate-colored stone. Mantle up on a small ledge to clip the first bolt. The crux comes in the subsequent ten feet. After the fourth clip, the rock becomes sharper and more friable but climbs on decent edges. There is indeed a double bolt anchor at the top. These welded cold shuts, although solid enough, should probably be replaced with more durable gear.

Location 

100yds right of Cool Thing.

Protection 

Eight quick draws and something for the double bolt anchor at the top.