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5.13

   

FA: Ted Thompson
Type: Sport
Consensus: 5.13 [details]
Length: 1 pitch, 80 feet
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Submitted By: Jonathan Siegrist on Aug 8, 2009


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Description 

On the right side of Checkered Demon, next to 'Take a Hike' 12d, is an amazing series of dirt-red patina plates. Gigantor begins on a 25 ft. high flake / ledge and climbs through these plates directly to the top of the feature. The climb is characterized by long, powerful moves between the plates, balance intensive footwork and a spicy finish.

Few good rests exist, and the climbing tends to get more difficult as you gain altitude. Unlike its neighbor 'Take a Hike' this climb is generally free of birds nests.


Location 

Right of 'Take a Hike' on Checkered Demon.


Protection 

Bolts.



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By bheller
From: SLC Utah
Aug 9, 2009

FA Tedd Thompson 89?
Spaced out bolts with SMC hangers- originally rated 13b.
Wolfgang Gullich got bouted on this climb during his visit.