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Express Checkout Line

5.9, Sport,  Avg: 3.2 from 70 votes
FA: Eric Ulner, 1992
Illinois > Jackson Falls > A. N Canyon > E Big Star Wall

Description

A very reach dependent low crux. This route is just to the left of Cocoa Rae. Traverse in on the ledge or climb up through the slab to access the first bolt on the bulge.

Protection

6 QD + Anchors

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Express Checkout Line 5.9
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This is my first real lead climb. It was a toughie, but a good one. Took a real whipper before I could get the fourth draw clipped, it was intense! That spot is definitely the crux of the route. Good rating at 5.9.
[Hide Photo] This is my first real lead climb. It was a toughie, but a good one. Took a real whipper before I could get the fourth draw clipped, it was intense! That spot is definitely the crux of the route. Go…

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JBroom
anchorage, alaska
 
[Hide Comment] this and fine nine are the two best 9's at jackson in my opinion Jan 12, 2011
J. Frizzell
[Hide Comment] Unfortunate that the entry move is so hard and thrutchy. The rest of the route is beautiful to the touch. Dec 26, 2012
Kate Mittendorf
Nashville, TN
[Hide Comment] There's definitely a short-person friendly way to do this route. I remember there being a small crimp somewhere, and a decent heel hook Sep 26, 2013