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Supernova
5.12c,
Sport, 65 ft (20 m),
Avg: 3.4 from 9
votes
FA: R. Faulk, J. Tobish, and T. Becchio, Dec 1991
Nevada
> Southern Nevada
> Red Rocks
> Sandstone Quarry
> Trophy Area
> Bull Market & Satelli…
Access Issue: IMPORTANT notes on Wet Rock and Human Waste
Details
WET ROCK: The sandstone in Red Rocks is fragile and is very easily damaged when it is wet. Holds rip off and climbs have been and will continue to be permanently damaged due to climbers not respecting this phenomenon. After a heavy storm the rock will remain wet, sometimes for several days. PLEASE DO NOT CLIMB IN RED ROCKS DURING OR AFTER RAIN. A good rule of thumb is that if the ground near your climb is at all damp (and not powdery bone-dry sand), then do not climb. There
are many alternatives (limestone, granite, basalt, and plastic) nearby.
HUMAN WASTE: Human waste is a major issue plaguing the area. The
Southern Nevada Climbers Coalition (SNCC) works to provide "wag bags" free of charge in several locations:
Black Velvet Canyon,
The Hamlet,
Kraft Mountain Area,
The Gallery, and
The Black Corridor. These bags are designed so that you can pack your waste out. Consider bringing one to be part of your daily kit no matter where you go. Once used, please dispose of them properly. Do not throw them in the toilets at the parking areas.
See https://www.southernnevadaclimbers.org/wag-bags for more information on the program.
Description
A great route up the center of the steep south-facing wall. Begin by climbing easily up a slab which quickly turns to vertical and then overhangs. At the steepest part of the wall execute a long reach/throw for a good incut, then immediately move to jugs which allow for recovery. Following this the route remains pumpy and sustained right to the anchor.
Protection
8 bolts to lower-off anchors.
Location
Rightmost start at the crag, but continuing straight up. Cosmos breaks out right after the shared intro slab.
[Hide Photo] Long-time local, Gary Savage, sending Supernova in 90F+