At the bottom of the wave, above to pull up into i...
Description
Also known as La Coalicion. Fun, straightforward climbing until you get to the bottom of the wave. Mantle up into the wave, using huge holds but still a little awkward. Chains right on the lip of the wave. You can make it down with one 60M rope, but be careful.
Location
The trail leads right to the base. Start at a small apron on the middle of three routes.
By Matt Richardson Administrator From: Fort Collins, CO Apr 21, 2007
If I am not mistaken, this route is actually referred to La Coalicion in Mexico Rock by Jeff Jackson. This route is the main line on this formation and is absolutely beautiful. The route is long (40 m) and the climbing is varied. We used a 70 m to get down. It has been a while, but I don't remember if it was clear how to get down with a single 60. I would recommend hauling another for a double.
By Ron Olsen Administrator From: Boulder, CO Apr 21, 2007
Magic Ed's El Potrero Select guidebook calls the route "La Ola" aka "La Coalicion". Dane Bass' The Whole Enchilada guidebook calls the route "La Ola" and says it has 12 bolts.
Both guidebooks list the route length as 115' (35m). If this is accurate, a 70m (230') rope should be adequate to get down safely.
La Ola (The Wave)
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