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Big Bolts
5.0,
Trad, TR, 40 ft (12 m),
Avg: 1.7 from 3
votes
FA: unknown
California
> Central Coast
> Hwy 33/Ojai
> Foothill Crag ("The F…
Access Issue: Hwy 33 Road Closure
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Description
This is the oldest (and easiest) line at the cliff. It is also the easiest way to the large cave/ledge halfway up the main face. The ledge has a great position with an awesome view of the canyon.
Start on the ramp that slopes up and right, and look for the steps hacked into the face. Follow the steps left and upwards, past a couple huge metal rods (the 'Big Bolts') sticking out of the rock. At the second rod, follow the obvious line up and back right, into the cave.
Many people solo this route to get into the cave and then down-climb the same way.
Location
On the main wall. Look for the huge metal rods sticking out of the face.
Protection
If leading, the bolts can be easily tied off. In the cave, there are a couple more of the 'big bolts'. If you are not comfortable down climbing out of the cave you can rappel off one of the bolts.
There is a two bolt anchor in the cave, but no rings.
Clovis, CA
Some of the footholds have been obviously chipped, probably a long time ago. How do you give negative stars? Jan 12, 2014