High ridges on Temple Crag. Nearest one is Sun Ribbon Arete, the other is Dark Star.

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High ridges on Temple Crag. Nearest one is Sun Ribbon Arete, the other is Dark Star.

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early views of Temple Crag

Temple Crag rappel anchor- Why you should always check the entire rappel sling. This sling was otherwise new, but the pinch at the back was sharp and severed the webbing.

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Jun 4, 2010

“High ridges on Temple Crag. Nearest one is Sun Ribbon Arete, the other is Dark Star.”

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