Bebop Tango
5.11a YDS 6c French 22 Ewbanks VII+ UIAA 22 ZA E3 5c British
| Type: | Sport, 50 ft (15 m) |
| GPS: | 34.01202, -116.17112 |
| FA: | (TR) John Bachar, John Yablonksi & Mike Lechlinski 1979, FL: Paul Borne 1990 |
| Page Views: | 6,907 total · 23/month |
| Shared By: | Scotty Nelson on Dec 31, 2001 |
| Admins: | Greg Opland, C Miller, Gunkswest, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
1. Vegetation is not allowed to be used as an anchor.
2. Only neutral or rock-colored bolt hangers are allowed. A permit is required to replace or add new bolts: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
Seasonal Closures:
The presence of a nesting owl in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes, "Right On," "Orange Flake," "Kid Caligula," requires closure until the nest has been abandoned to ensure the protection of the species for the duration of the nesting activities. This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned.
The presence of a prairie falcon nesting in very close proximity to a variety of climbing routes requires closure of "Fat Freddie’s Cat,” “Freak Brothers Dome,” “The Weenie,” “Pea Brain,” and “The Red Obelisk." This closure will be in effect from February 17, 2026 until June 7, 2026; or until the nest has been abandoned
For a complete list of climbing rules and closures visit: nps.gov/jotr/planyourvisit/…
Description
This is an unusual climb for Joshua Tree - a steep, juggy pseudo-sport climb! This route was bolted in the early days of "sport climbing" at Joshua Tree, so the bolts are further apart than modern sport climbs.
This and adjoining climbs are located in a shady corridor, so it could be either chilly or perfect, depending on the temps. In the summer months, the climb is in the shade starting about noon.
Climb the steep, featured wall past five bolts to anchor.



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