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Fist Crack
5.7 V0+,
Boulder,
Avg: 3.1 from 257
votes
FA: unknown
Utah
> Central Utah
> Joe's Valley
> Left Fork
> Crack Boulder
Access Issue: Don't climb on wet rock!
Details
Attention:
Don't climb on wet rock! Sandstone is a porous rock type that can absorb a lot of water. It can lose up to 75% of its strength while wet, making it easy to snap off holds and irreparably damage classic climbs. Wait 48 to 72hrs after precipitation. If the ground is still damp then the rock is still wet. A great way to check for precipitation history before traveling to Joe's is to go to this site-
climate.usu.edu/mchd/dashbo… and under "Data Charts" click the "Precipitation" tab. Make sure the surface wetness is 0 before climbing.
Description
The boulders namesake crack. This is a stellar crack climb that is perfect for beginners, boulderers that want to give that crazy crack climbing a try, and crusty old guys alike. Tons of fun, you can run laps on this all day and not get bored. Has good feet options for the first half, if you don't feel like jamming your feet in the crack as well.
The hardest part is definitely at the top. It's fairly tall, so bring a pad and possibly a spotter.
Location
Obvious crack in the middle of the east face. If you don't see it, you're at the wrong rock.
Protection
Crashpad, maybe a good spot.
![Shot from the top. Photo by Max Owens]()
[Hide Photo] Shot from the top. Photo by Max Owens
![Finally getting a half decent thigh jam after passing through the cruxy foot cam sequence and letting those arms and calves rest for a second.]()
[Hide Photo] Finally getting a half decent thigh jam after passing through the cruxy foot cam sequence and letting those arms and calves rest for a second.
![Final jam as Mike tops out. Photo by Isaak Getz]()
[Hide Photo] Final jam as Mike tops out. Photo by Isaak Getz
![Connor about to top out on Fist Crack. Hope your hands are big enough to handle this crack!]()
[Hide Photo] Connor about to top out on Fist Crack. Hope your hands are big enough to handle this crack!
![Last fist before the top]()
[Hide Photo] Last fist before the top
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