Crater Maker (aka Dark Side of the Moon) 5.7 R
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| Type: | Trad, 1 pitch, 95 feet |
| Consensus: | 5.7 [details] |
| FA: | Darrell Hensel and Bob Kessinger, 1974 |
| Submitted By: | C Miller on Feb 27, 2006 |
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Julie at the crux of Crater Maker
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Description This is the first route left of The Trough, and climbs sporty face past two bolts to a 3 bolt belay below Cheap Thrills; as an alternative you can cut left at the top and belay at the base of Mad Dogs.
The climbing isn't bad but this isn't a good choice for the 5.7 leader. It's more often used as an approach pitch to the more difficult pitches above.
Protection 2 bolts, bolted anchor/rap
BETA PHOTO: Just left of the tall, black watermark of the Trou...
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Sofia working the lower crux of Crater Maker.
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| Comments on Crater Maker (aka Dark Side of the Moon) |
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By Bill Olszewski
From: Colorado Springs, CO
Apr 30, 2007
rating: 5.7 R
| Indeed a very heady lead for a 5.7 climber. Best to move left above the second bolt where the angle softens temporarily and clip the last bolt on Wedunett. I led it that way several times before leading it "proud line." When you're a little more than half-way between the last bolt and the anchor, facing a dicey move, you'll appreciate the name of this route. |
By Matt Marino
From: Georgetown, MA
May 10, 2010
| Did this route this weekend and I think the 5.7 rating is negotiable now.There is one move a little up from the first bolt where a fairly easy foothold has broken off. It went from a 3/4 inch mini ledge to a dime hold. Overall a fun climb. |
By Rob Selter
From: running springs Ca
Apr 16, 2012
| Ya, I agree it's like doing a bolted route at Josh. |
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