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Curiosity Killed the Rat 

5.9+

   

FA: Andy Ross Paul Ross. Oct 21 2009
New Route: Yes
Type: Trad, Sport
Consensus: 5.9+ [details]
Length: 1 pitch, 180 feet
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Submitted By: Paul Ross on Oct 24, 2009


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A)Curiosity Killed the Rat.5.9+ B).Rat Trap 5.10. ...


Description 

The three one pitch climbs that are found on this slab very well protected by bolts and the odd cam . Ideal for those who prefer to stay away from the run out climbs, and get some experience with the rock and grades of the Reef. Starts to the left of the open slab first Bolt at about 20' See Beta Photo's. P1) Follow 9 bolts to a high shallow groove trending left to double anchors . 180' 5.9


Location 

Three Fingers Canyon. Walk through the canyon and head up the talus to the right (north) to an open slab left of a long trending right steep wall. Same area as the climb Rat Catcher.


Protection 

One 4" cam. Quick draws. Two 60m ropes



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View of the Rat Slab from the Canyon floor.

View of the Rat Slab from the Canyon floor.

Andy starting the Drill fest on Curiosity killed the Rat

Andy starting the Drill fest on Curiosity killed t...

Moving towards the left leaning groove

Moving towards the left leaning groove

Tele photo climbing towards the groove

Tele photo climbing towards the groove

Andy at the top of the groove to double anchors..

Andy at the top of the groove to double anchors..