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Julia's Arête

5.7+, Trad, 40 ft (12 m),  Avg: 2.4 from 5 votes
FA: Matthias Holladay
Colorado > Durango > Junction Creek > Ciao Bella! > Central Portion

Description

This aesthetic arête has two options to choose from. The original route climbs the right side of the arête. Start at the base of the arête for full value. Alternately, begin in corner and get pro in a pocket then left to arête and up.

Location

This ascends the right side of the sharp arête.

Protection

Bring a Tri-cam for the pocket if you start from the corner, 4 bolts if you start from the base of the arête proper. This adds a few nice moves to the route.

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The Viking Queen, c.1999
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Julia's Arête from far right.
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Clean arête with roof climb in background.
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