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Engine No. 9

5.11b, Sport, 50 ft (15 m),  Avg: 2.8 from 29 votes
FA: Nathan Renner
S Dakota > Spearfish Canyon > Blue Sky > Iron Horse Wall

Description

Very technical route that ascends the right side of the main wall. Begin by climbing up the jugs/sidepulls up to the big broken out ledge/sidepull. From here the route becomes very tricky. The 2nd bolt can be hard to clip if you don't know where to go (hint: there's a 3-finger pocket just to the right of the bolt). After the 2nd bolt you get some small holds that demand reading the sequence correctly. You'll get a good rest followed by great climbing to the top. Enjoy!

Protection

7 bolts, open cold shut anchors

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Engine Number 9 a stellar 5.11a/b with bouldery opening moves requiring ballerina pose and grace.
[Hide Photo] Engine Number 9 a stellar 5.11a/b with bouldery opening moves requiring ballerina pose and grace.

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[Hide Comment] Excellent warm-up for the harder routes on the wall. Mar 27, 2021