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The Rusty Philosopher

5.10a, Trad, 65 ft (20 m),  Avg: 2.5 from 17 votes
FA: Phil Wilkes, Russ Jackson in 2009
Kentucky > Red River Gorge > (PMRP) Pendergr… > Coal Bank Hollow > Crossroads
Warning Access Issue: This area is within the PMRP which is private property owned by the RRGCC. DetailsDrop down

Description

Climb the thin crack as the wall kicks back vertically. Get in some good stemming moves, and then hand jam to the top. Although same anchors as Banjolero, for some spicier beta, wedge yourself into the crack at the top until gaining the ledge, don't clip the bolts on the other routes.

Location

Crack in between Banjolero and Deeznuts.

Protection

Shares anchors with Banjolero. Used some small cams through mid way and a couple larger ones at the top.

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