This varied route is a first pitch that leads to a 2nd pitch (Lords of Karma- 12c). It's however, a very worthwhile jaunt in itself. It starts with easier pockets leading to a tricky traverse right and committing moves in the roof section as you move right to better holds(crux). A roof pull-over leads to easier finishing moves to the anchors.
Location
The first sport route left of Made in the Shade and Split Image. Left of the crack line, A Desperate Man 5.9
The bolt that protects the crux is difficult to clip until committed to the roof...bolt placement seems odd. Put a long sling on the bolt below the roof unless you like rope drag.
I'm no fan of retrobolting, but this is the prime candidate at smith for it. it seems the bolts were thrown in randomly on rappel. great piece of stone, terrible fixed protection with the chance for some bad falls.
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