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Run For Cover

5.12b, Sport, 50 ft (15 m),  Avg: 3.4 from 8 votes
FA: Ettioll Shae & Shylo
Connecticut > Western Coastal… > W Rock SP > S Buttress > Old Quarry Walls
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Description

This quality route starts on left side of the cliff on a overhanging section. It has great unique holds and good rock. Climb a small ramp to undercling section to big tongue like feature to a crack, to a head wall with cool pinches and crimps. Technical and at times burly especially in the middle. Named for a huge missile of lose rock that almost took out Elliott while belaying.

Location

Left side of the cliff on a overhanging section. Small ramp to undercling section to big tongue like feature to a crack, to a head wall with pinches.

Protection

4 bolts.

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Ettoill Shea moving about to begin the crux sequence.
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Ettoill Shea on the First Ascent... or right before it.
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Spainman
  5.12b
[Hide Comment] A collection of bouldering moves. It is F++++++ hard. I can't connect the sequence. Next time. May 21, 2016
Echoinfi
  5.12b
[Hide Comment] Technical and Burly. One of my favorites at the cliff. Every hold is incredible. May 22, 2016
Adam Constantilos
Colchester, CT
  5.12b
[Hide Comment] Amazing route, with some engaging foot work and tension. Go right after the crux to avoid choss. Nov 24, 2019
Peer Bueller
Greenwich
  5.12b
[Hide Comment] What a burly beast. A lot of intricate footwork actually. 5 tries redpoint. Highly recommend this pitch. Thanks Will for the belay and good vibes Sep 21, 2020
Hayden Rovelli
New Haven
[Hide Comment] Broke a big piece of choss off this today. Slightly larger than fist size undercling in the beginning. I have it but I don't think glue will hold it back on. Mar 10, 2021