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Chips Ahoy
5.9,
Trad, 250 ft (76 m), 2 pitches,
Avg: 1.9 from 19
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FA: 1986 Mike Ward, Paul Van Betten
Nevada
> Southern Nevada
> Red Rocks
> (03) First Pull…
> Tuna & Chips Wall
Access Issue: Red Rock RAIN AND WET ROCK: The sandstone is fragile and is very easily damaged when wet.
Details
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 dry sand), then do not climb. There are many alternatives (limestone, granite, basalt, and plastic) nearby.
HUMAN WASTE Human waste is one of the major issues plaguing Red Rocks. The Las Vegas Climbers Liaison Council and the AAC provides free "wag bags" in several locations (Black Velvet, First Pullout, Kraft Mtn/Bouldering, 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 kit (just like your rope and shoes and lunch) no matter where you go. Once used, please dispose of them properly (do not throw them in the toilets at the parking area).
Description
first pitch is 100' rated 5.8 - 2 bolts with an anchor below the roof
second pitch is 150' rated 5.9
Location
Same start as Tuna Cookies
[Hide Photo] JAN 2023 -- Me messing around on the 5.9 roof and getting pumped out before turning over the sharp end to my son who subsequently flashed. I showed him the way ;)
[Hide Photo] JAN 2023 -- My son at the wonderful belay ledge after leading the 5.9 pitch.
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Fort Collins CO
Las Vegas
Solebury, PA