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The Nose

5.9+, Sport, 30 ft (9 m),  Avg: 2.3 from 4 votes
FA: Jefff Rodland
Washington > Central-W Casca… > Greater Seattle… > Redmond > Marymoor Park O… > S Buttress > E Face

Description

The crux is getting on top of the nose. It is OK to use some holds on both sides of the nose, and when pulling over it, you may find it easier to be just around the right edge where there is a nice horizontal band.

Location

East facing of the South Buttress

Protection

4 bolts to the finish

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At the bottom of the bulge. Go over this, keeping on the right side, stand up, and do one step-up move to the top.
[Hide Photo] At the bottom of the bulge. Go over this, keeping on the right side, stand up, and do one step-up move to the top.