One of the better routes at Mentmore, this climb starts with a crux on SMALL, sharp holds, then follows a system of flakes to the top (fun!), finishing up with a nice little roof. The flakes feel reasonably solid. The start is by FAR the hardest part (and harder for shorter people), but if you can reach the first bolt, it's easy to pull through on a draw. Probably more like 5.10b if you pull through the lowest section.
Location
Just right of the obvious offwidth crack in the corner (Fetus Envy). Lower or walk off; could be hard to pull the rope after rapping.
Marvin here, and I want to point out that I didn't put up Razors. I can't be 100% certain, but crediting Michael L. for an Original Side FA is a pretty sure bet.
I do have fond memories of Razor, especially as it seemed I was one local that managed to consistently, and with relative ease, pull the dime edged crimp of a crux that gives the climb its name.
FYI: I'm currently in Salt Lake City and may be for a while, just having bought a house in April 2008.
Hey Marvin, Thanks for straightening that out about the FA. Congrats on being able to pull that move...I had to work out an entirely different sequence to be able to do the route consistently.
this climb is stout! Its like going to a naked party in college, the fun starts as soon as you walk in, and lasts all the way untill you leave. Just not stop hard....climbing.
(04) Benny Silva Wall
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