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Spring Break

Name: Spring Break
Rating: 3.8

5.11+ YDS 7a French 24 Ewbanks VIII UIAA 24 ZA E4 6a British

Routes in Sunnyside Crags

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	Adapt and Overcome T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c PG13
	Aesop’s Arete T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Bad Day at Black Rocks T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Blast From the Past T 5.10- 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	Cold September Corner T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Fork In The Road T 5.8 5b 16 VI- 15 HVS 4c
	Gotham City T 5.12a 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a
	Hot August Night T 5.11- 6c 22 VIII- 22 E3 5c PG13
	Magellanic Cloud T 5.9 5c 17 VI 17 HVS 5a
	Mercedes T 5.11a/b 6c 23 VIII- 23 E3 5c
	Meteor T 5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c
	Mister Freeze's Face T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
	Mister Masters T 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Pit Bull T 5.10b 6a+ 19 VII- 19 E2 5b
	Shady Ladies T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b
	Spring Break T 5.11+ 7a 24 VIII 24 E4 6a
	Starless and Bible Black T 5.9+ 5c 17 VI 17 E1 5a
	Tarantula T 5.12- 7a+ 25 VIII+ 25 E5 6a
	Tie me Tightly T 5.10- 6a 18 VI+ 18 E1 5a
	Van Allen Belt T 5.7 5a 15 V+ 13 MVS 4b R
	Water Dog T 5.10d 6b+ 21 VII+ 21 E3 5b
	Whiplash T 5.11 6c+ 23 VIII- 23 E4 5c
	Whipper T 5.10 6b 20 VII- 19 E2 5b

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Type:	Trad, 70 ft (21 m)
GPS:	36.145, -115.49403
FA:	Paul Van Betten and Sal Mamusia, 1986
Page Views:	12,406 total · 48/month
Shared By:	blackflyrancher on May 6, 2005 · Updates
Admins:	Luke EF, Larry DeAngelo, Justin Johnsen Page Updates (admin only)

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Access Issue: IMPORTANT notes on Wet Rock and Human Waste Details

WET ROCK: The sandstone in Red Rocks is fragile and is very easily damaged when it is wet. Holds rip off and climbs have been and will continue to be permanently damaged due to climbers not respecting this phenomenon. After a heavy storm the rock will remain wet, sometimes for several days. PLEASE DO NOT CLIMB IN RED ROCKS DURING OR AFTER RAIN. A good rule of thumb is that if the ground near your climb is at all damp (and not powdery bone-dry sand), then do not climb. There are many alternatives (limestone, granite, basalt, and plastic) nearby.

HUMAN WASTE: Human waste is a major issue plaguing the area. The Southern Nevada Climbers Coalition (SNCC) works to provide "wag bags" free of charge in several locations: Black Velvet Canyon, The Hamlet, Kraft Mountain Area, The Gallery, and The Black Corridor. These bags are designed so that you can pack your waste out. Consider bringing one to be part of your daily kit no matter where you go. Once used, please dispose of them properly. Do not throw them in the toilets at the parking areas.

See https://www.southernnevadaclimbers.org/wag-bags for more information on the program.

Description

Spring Break ascends the center of the rectangular face following a thin crack system and horizontals.

A little grunt off of the deck will get you to an inviting horizontal crack/jug where you can assess exactly how far you might fall in the very near future. Proceed, following the thin vertical crack through the first roof, cramming gear wherever possible. More gear, more climbing lead you to a second roof, after which is a very much appreciated horizontal, rest and relaxation included. More climbing, more gear (trend to the right, back toward the middle of the face and straight up at the last thin crack), deep breath, clip anchors, rap with a rope, sit in the sun, have a snack or a drink of water. A nap is also acceptable.

This can easily be TR'd by leading Mister Masters (9+) around the corner to the east.

Technical, balancy, sustained, intriguing and all around enjoyable climbing on this one.

Protection

Figuring out the protection definitely enhances the experience of this climb. A standard rack with a few extra medium to small cams will do. TCU's are also helpful.