Bloodline 

FA:  Type:  Trad, Sport Consensus:  5.12a/b [details] Length:  1 pitch, 80 feet Season:  When Dry Views: 851 page views Submitted By: Karsten on Jan 31, 2006 Add Photo  Add Comment

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mark d climbing bloodline on gear. photo by kevin ...

Description 

This striking and powerful line is one the best on the Bat wall. Containing power, balance, and finesse this route is a masterpiece. The opening moves are the hardest but upper moves still pack a punch. Begin up a very steep start below the remenants of a massive old beehive. This hive was removed long ago to reveal several very nice sharp incuts. (Route is also known a B-line or Beeline due to this) Continue up through a series of changing corners up to a huge roof. Traverse the roof and pull the lip on the left side. There are nice chain anchors just above the roof on a ledge.

The route is well bolted and was solely a sport climb up until a few years ago when several locals did the Retro-trad ascent. No bolts were removed but the entire route was done on gear. A trad ascent of the route is a spicy endeavor and should probably be rehearsed on TR or on bolts first.

Be careful with yourself and the rope at the base as this area is known for having poison ivy and tons of stinging nettles.

Protection 

Quickdraws and a few long slings for the anchor
or
Cams to #3, standard and offset nuts