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Sapphire

5.10a, Sport,  Avg: 3 from 8 votes
FA: Paul Turecki
Alaska > Anchorage & S C… > Purinton Creek > Upper Right Wall

Description

Sapphire at a belay anchor made of two pitons pounded into drill holes next to an old drill bit. The first bolt is located 5' above the belay. Stem up light colored rock to the first roof. A large cam can be used here to make the route less run out. Pull the roof and climb up more steep terrain to the anchor. This route could use some new cord or slings on the anchor.

Location

Scramble up the gully and look right for the belay anchor.

Protection

5 Bolts, Gear to 3" 2 Bolt Anchor

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Start at a belay anchor left of the gully.
[Hide Photo] Start at a belay anchor left of the gully.
Sapphire climbs the right side of the huge roof.
[Hide Photo] Sapphire climbs the right side of the huge roof.

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Jason Moncrieff
[Hide Comment] This anchor could use some chain or quick links rather than webbing. As of 4/13/19. Best to not top out past the anchor, it's dirty. Apr 14, 2019
Kaden Holladay
Palmer, AK
 
[Hide Comment] A #2 works well to protect the roof at the start. No other gear is really needed if you're comfortable at the grade. Jun 14, 2019