C.S. Special
5.10b YDS 6a+ French 19 Ewbanks VII- UIAA 19 ZA E2 5b British
Avg: 2.5 from 68 votes
Type: | Trad, 50 ft (15 m) |
FA: | Dave Houser, Ed Ehrenfeld and Bob Molloy, November 1974 |
Page Views: | 3,077 total · 13/month |
Shared By: | C Miller on Dec 31, 2004 |
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.
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Description
A bouldery start over a small roof starts things off, after which a delicate mantle and a few balancy moves bring one within reach of the first bolt - a spotter is helpful, but the best advice is to not fall.
A series of polished slabby moves follow with one commiting move after the last bolt. Gear belay under the summit block and rap or downclimb off left (easy 5th class).
With it's ease of access and engaging moves this route has seen the passage of many a climber, and the polished holds are a testament to that. Short but fun and perhaps best done on a cooler day or in the shade.
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