The pitch off the bivy ledge (Pitch 6). Very sandy start.

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The pitch off the bivy ledge (Pitch 6). Very sandy start.

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Touchstone gets crowded. I came in 3rd place.

Cerberus Gendarme showing access trail and Touchstone Wall

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John McNamee

Apr 30, 2008

“The pitch off the bivy ledge (Pitch 6). Very sandy start.”

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