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Red Dawn

5.8, Trad, TR, 40 ft (12 m),  Avg: 2.3 from 11 votes
FA: unknown
California > Central Coast > San Luis Obispo > Cabrillo Peak > Park Ridge Rock

Description

This route follows the obvious system of thin cracks to the right of Crespi Critter.

Protection

The route goes with smaller nuts and cams to up to #1. Placements are tricky, but leading it is good for a progressing trad climber.

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Thanks to Serial Crusher for adding the new 1/2" SS Powers 5 piece (on the left) on 10/03/2020. <br> Note the bolt on the right is grade 304 SS.
[Hide Photo] Thanks to Serial Crusher for adding the new 1/2" SS Powers 5 piece (on the left) on 10/03/2020. Note the bolt on the right is grade 304 SS.
New 5.16" quicklinks and 3/8" chain links for rap rings. This hardware is 316 SS (marine grade).
[Hide Photo] New 5.16" quicklinks and 3/8" chain links for rap rings. This hardware is 316 SS (marine grade).
the bolt on the left is broken
[Hide Photo] the bolt on the left is broken

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ikstew
Bend, OR
 
[Hide Comment] Crux is pretty much the first move, after that it's a simple climb up the wall. Jan 21, 2013
FrankPS
Atascadero, CA
5.8+
[Hide Comment] Quite stout for an 8. Jan 8, 2016