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Family Jewels

5.12a, Sport, 50 ft (15 m),  Avg: 2.5 from 51 votes
FA: Darek Krol, 2014
Colorado > Rifle > Rifle Mtn Park > Nappy Dugout

Description

This is the direct start to Family Unit.

A fingery boulder problem past two bolts leads to the very pumpy ending of Family Unit on large, flat blocks and fins.

The second bolt would be tough to clip on lead. It might feel harder if you choose not to stick clip the first two bolts.

This is a very good route for people looking for a bouldery 12a that doesn't require lots of endurance.

Location

Just left of Fossil Family. Furthest left route in Nappy Dugout.

Protection

Bolts and a two bolt anchor. 50 meter rope will easily get you down.

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Peter partway up Family Jewels.
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Sam Dorsey onsighting.
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Climber: Sam Dorsey.
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Family Jewels - 12a.
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