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Haram Crack

5.9+, Sport, 62 ft (19 m),  Avg: 3.5 from 4 votes
FA: Jim Meyer, Harry McSween, Suhail Kakpori
International > Asia > India > Northern India… > Ladakh > Shey Rock

Description

It's a sin to bolt cracks like this one, hence the name "Haram Crack", Arabic for sin. The crack is bolted so that people who only have quickdraws can lead it. It's possible to lead the crack just on gear as well.

Starting on the platform, climb the crack to the bolt anchor.

Location

The route is on top of the Thali platform, just to the left of number #9.

Protection

The route is bolted the entire way up and features chains at the top of the route.

If you wish to lead it using trad gear, bring gear to a blue Camalot, with extra green, red and gold cams.

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Bo and Andrew working it.
[Hide Photo] Bo and Andrew working it.
A basic picture of the bolt specs and route.
[Hide Photo] A basic picture of the bolt specs and route.
Me leading Hiram Crack July 2016.  Shey is a great crag and worth visiting if you happen to be in Ladakh.
[Hide Photo] Me leading Hiram Crack July 2016. Shey is a great crag and worth visiting if you happen to be in Ladakh.