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Respect My Authority

5.12b, Sport, 45 ft (14 m),  Avg: 3.6 from 10 votes
FA: Mike Wintroath 2003
Arkansas > North-Central A… > Horseshoe Canyo… > E Side > Goat Cave

Description

This obvious line is steep and proud. Begin in a dihedral. Pull a series of roofs and make a big move to the awesome rail that spans the length of the cave. Climb the rail to its end and turn the lip using the smallest holds on the route. Blast the easy finish or enjoy the coveted victory whip.

Beware that sometimes pigeons leave behind some unpleasantness on the rail.

Protection

8 fixed draws with a two bolt anchor

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Brandon McElroy making a desperate clip on Respect My Authority...
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Optional rest beta
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Making the opening moves on the roof...
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Hanging out on Respect My Authority...
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Diego Baca setting up before making the last finishing moves out of the roof.
[Hide Photo] Diego Baca setting up before making the last finishing moves out of the roof.
Brandon McElroy on Respect My Authority...
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Andrew Jablonski
LA CROSSE
[Hide Comment] Right now there is a chalk x marked by the 2nd bolt. This bolt as well as the 5th one are in pretty rough shape. Nov 14, 2017
lunsford
[Hide Comment] Bolts are currently rusted enough to make us decide not to climb it. A broken bolt could pretty easily lead to a ground fall. Incredible looking route though! Dec 11, 2017
Jcburgart
 
[Hide Comment] Rough bolts, sick roof jug climbing Dec 24, 2017
Joe Kreidel
San Antonio, TX
 
[Hide Comment] Looked like all bolts have been upgraded. Fun and unique climbing through the roof! Mar 13, 2022