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Slippery Slope

5.8, Sport, 65 ft (20 m),  Avg: 2.3 from 7 votes
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California > Joshua Tree NP > Indian Cove > Rattlesnake Canyon > Iceberg Boulder… > Boortemus Clump
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Description

Slab climbing. Crux is low, the climb eases off as you climb higher. Somewhat poor rock quality. As of December 2018, the bolts on this route are bad for a few reasons. The rap rings are hollow, almost none of the bolts are stainless steel and none of the bolts are painted to match the rock. If you are bolting in Joshua Tree please know the rules and bolt safely.

Location

Up behind Iceberg Boulder to the west. 

Protection

Approx 5 Bolts.

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The purple rope hangs over Slippery Slope.
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[Hide Comment] Rock on this route seems to be just fine. Didn't see anything peeling off and it wasn't particularly grainy either. Also, there was nothing obviously bad about ANY of the bolts (somewhat aesthetic complaints above, aside), or the anchor. There's a bit of runout between the 2nd bolt and the 3rd bolt that you should be solid for (not the crux), as falling would not be a good idea. Basically was an enjoyable route on decent rock. You can TR the 5.6 to the left from the same anchor if you wish, if the "X" rating isn't something you wish to tackle. Mar 11, 2024
[Hide Comment] Climbed this today and pulled a hold off with my right hand when moving up past the first bolt. So the rock seems crumbly lower down but felt a little more solid higher up. Mar 11, 2024