Rattler's Arête
5.10b YDS 6a+ French 19 Ewbanks VII- UIAA 19 ZA E2 5b British
Avg: 2.7 from 46 votes
Type: | Sport, 90 ft (27 m) |
FA: | probably James Garrett |
Page Views: | 3,133 total · 15/month |
Shared By: | Ryan Brough on Apr 10, 2007 |
Admins: | Andrew Gram, Nathan Fisher, Perin Blanchard, GRK, D C |
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Description
Scramble up an easy-angled arête, clipping a bolt on the way. Gradually, the climb steepens becomes both more challenging and more interesting. Wrestle over a small bulge and scamper up to an undercling. Here, the crux takes you by surprise because you were expecting something different from below. Pull up on a crimp ladder until you can edge your way up to the next stance. Clip the final bolt and pull over the roof onto the belay ledge. The anchors are visible from here, and reside just a few feet away on the main wall. The rock quality is some of the best at Ibex. The approach is a tad longer than some, but well worth the extra minute or two. There is a terrific flat spot upon which to deposit gear, change your shoes, relax, and belay. This area sees the sun for most of the day, but the sun goes over the horizon in the early evening, providing adequate shade on hotter days.
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