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Tiger Snake

5.10c/d, Sport, 40 ft (12 m),  Avg: 2 from 1 vote
FA: Todd & Donette Swain 07-2012
International > Asia > Laos > Vang Vieng > Pha Deang Mountain > Left Wall of Pha Daen…

Description

Start about ten feet left of Adam and the Electricians, on the left side of a narrow section of ledge at the base of the cliff. Climb up along a vertical fissure past three bolts to an anchor. The route could be continued upward, but we were focusing on creating climbing opportunities that could be done in the rainy season.

A "tiger snake" (banded krait) skin was found at the base of the route as we were clearing away brush prior to the first ascent. The locals told us that if one were to be foolish enough to take the eggs from the snake's nest, the snake will follow the scent of the eggs to your house and bite you!

Various websites list the banded krait as the 4th most venomous snake on the planet...

Location

Start about ten feet left of Adam and the Electricians, on the left side of a narrow section of ledge at the base of the cliff.

Protection

Three bolts protect this short route. Rappel or lower from a two bolt anchor.