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Bolting for Jesus

5.10a, Sport, 35 ft (11 m),  Avg: 3 from 13 votes
FA: Andy Albosta and Jaaron Mankins?
Colorado > Durango > Vallecito Crags > Penthouse

Description

Although short, this is a really cool, sustained route. Awesome rock quality!

Location

Between Kid Rock and Stabbin' the Cat, on the right side of the wall. 4 bolts on blunt arete.

Protection

4 bolts and 2 bolt anchor. It's well-protected after you get the first bolt clipped.

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Bolts are to the left of the Xs.
[Hide Photo] Bolts are to the left of the Xs.
Andy climbing in some stunning surroundings at the Penthouse.<br> <br> Bolting For Jesus (5.10-).
[Hide Photo] Andy climbing in some stunning surroundings at the Penthouse. Bolting For Jesus (5.10-).
Sara on Bolting For Jesus, 5.10a, at the Penthouse above Vallecito, Grumpyhighlander.
[Hide Photo] Sara on Bolting For Jesus, 5.10a, at the Penthouse above Vallecito, Grumpyhighlander.

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Zeb
Athens, GA
  5.9
[Hide Comment] I thought this route was easier than Stabbin' the Cat, but there were a few moves where I was barely able to reach a key hold. If I were shorter (5' 10''), this route may have been more difficult. Jun 22, 2020
andrew albosta
Durango, CO
[Hide Comment] Added a bolt to the bottom of this route. Where most people would expect a bolt there (was) is a perfect yellow Alien or BD 0.4 placement, now there is the bolt.

I realize it’s a lot to expect for people to carry a rack of cams down to the crag for a handful of placements. Most of the spots on the Penthouse that used to accept gear have been replaced by bolts now to make your experience safer and more convenient. Oct 4, 2020