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Top Heavy

Name: Top Heavy
Rating: 3.0

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Type:	Boulder, 20 ft (6 m)
GPS:	35.0669, -111.69742
FA:	J.Snyder
Page Views:	827 total · 6/month
Shared By:	Jeffrey Snyder on Apr 5, 2015
Admins:	Greg Opland, Brian Boyd, JJ Schlick, Kemper Brightman, Luke Bertelsen Page Updates (admin only)

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Access Issue: Fragile Sandstone: Don't Climb Wet Rock Details

Kelly Canyon is a sandstone climbing area and the rock is very fragile when wet. Be aware of recent weather and ask a local if you are unsure of conditions. Do not climb for at least a day following rainfall. Do not climb on rock that is visibly moist or seeping.

Description

Top Heavy is a nice line on good orange rock. Steep dynamic movement through positive holds and fun sequences leads to a very committing and high 'Kelly Mantle'. The crux of Top Heavy may be pulling over the top way out from the hands of your spotters.

Location

Top Heavy is the center line on the tilted orange face on the East side of the Blue Marble. Take the micro gully from the wash to a pad stance below the start.