Old'n 

We climbed this yesterday. It really freaked me out to climb right on the edge of the quarry, so if anyone has any tips on how to do this route, I'd love to hear them. There was also some areas that looked like they had once been handholds that had been broken off but I can't be sure. To me this route was harder than the 5.5 rating given in the book but then again, I could just suck. When we rappelled we went down Monosmear which let us avoid the pine tree. Over all though my favorite part was definitely the view from the top.

This was a nice climb, with a great view at the top and a comfortable spot to belay at the top. Although the physical climb wasn't too difficult, the psychological aspect of climbing the edge of a quarry may increase the difficulty.

If you don't mind the exposure, the quarry "steps" align perfectly with the four bolts leading up to the anchor, allowing a good stance for clipping. You'll want two double runners (4 ft) for the anchor to avoid running your rope across the rock.

I echo the double 4ft runner suggestion above. That edge is kind of sharp & won't do your rope any favors.

If the exposure is freaky, try a little layback against the arete.

I thought this was a very nice easy lead for new climbers. The gf led it as her second lead. Then a son and dad came up and the son led it. Very cool exposure.