Crazy Horst is a short cruxy climb on nice gray stone that is a bit uncharacteristic of The Wild Iris. The dark rock is sharper than most, and a bit dirty, perhaps due to moisture. This route has been given an "R" rating in some guidebooks, but is really not too bad if you keep you wits about you.
Thin moves lead up the short slab to a stance under the bulge on tan, prickly rock. Start up the bulge with a big jug, then make long reaches between mediocre pockets. Work the feet up to a desparate stance at eye level with the third bolt. Clip here and risk decking, or make one more long move to a good jug and clip at waist level. A few more long pumpy reaches lead to easier terrain on the slab.
Location
Immediately right of "Pocket Derringer" on the vertical right end of Rising From the Plains.
Protection
Bolts to 2 Bolt Anchor. The PG13 rating is for the 3rd bolt which can provide an opportunity to visit the hospital (see discussion above). You many want to stick clip the 2nd bolt on this one.
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