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Thick as Thieves

5.12a, Sport, 50 ft (15 m),  Avg: 2.7 from 15 votes
FA: Paul Lanz & Darryl Roth
Colorado > Canon City > Shelf Rd > Gallery > Far Side

Description

A crux start leads to some cool reaches to pockets through the finish.

Location

Start right of the obvious, right-leaning ramp of Three Holes Make a Face (5.10d). Cross this route and continue straight up to the anchor.

Protection

5 bolts, 2 bolt anchor.

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Yellow is Three Holes Make a Face (10d). <br> Red is Thick as Thieves (12a).
[Hide Photo] Yellow is Three Holes Make a Face (10d). Red is Thick as Thieves (12a).

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Darryl Roth
[Hide Comment] FA: Paul Lanz & D. Roth. Jan 15, 2015
Doug Lintz
Kearney, NE
[Hide Comment] If you're short, the crux start will probably feel harder than .12a. Apr 12, 2017
Josiah Davis
Cañon City CO
 
[Hide Comment] This route is very nice! A hard start leads to some deceivingly pumpy climbing for how short it is. Remember to stay LEFT after the first two bolts, and do not continue straight up the crack. Sep 12, 2022