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South Arete 
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South Arete 

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FA: Fred Beckey
Type: Trad, Alpine
Consensus: 5.5 [details]
Length: 3 pitches, Grade II
Season: Summer
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Submitted By: Tits McGee on Mar 17, 2009


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General view of the route, following the ridge that runs left to right.

General view of the route, following the ridge tha...

The best way to cross the fin (which is the best part of the climb).

BETA PHOTO: The best way to cross the fin (which is the best p...


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By sqwirll
From: Seattle, WA
Jul 7, 2009

This is the standard descent route off the peak. Most of this route is 3rd class with a couple steps of 5th. A good beginner climb.

Descend the route by rappeling approximately 3 times with a 60 m.