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Aurora

5.6, Sport, TR, 40 ft (12 m),  Avg: 2.8 from 13 votes
FA: TR: Unknown Sport Lead: Sam Mathews
Pennsylvania > Central PA > Donation Rocks > Lower Walls > Triceps Wall
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Description

This route was originally a top rope listing by Kristin Waldkoenig in 2017. Since then it has become the second bolted route here at Donation and designed for the beginner sport climber. Bolts are many and close. Clipping stances are solid and accommodate shorter climbers. A great route to experience and gain confidence in sport climbing!

The crux is getting up and over the slab next to the bigger of the two trees growing right out of the rock - between bolts five and six. Use the tree’s trunk at first if needed but aim to not use it eventually. Don’t go too far right on the slab though as it becomes much harder. Stay as direct as possible.

Location

Left side of Triceps Wall. Easy access from lower access trail and Main Wall.

Protection

Seven Wave glue-ins to ClimbTech hooks for easy clip-in and lower-off. The new safe standard for sport climbing. Learn more HERE.

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Conner clipping bolt one
[Hide Photo] Conner clipping bolt one
Nick on the crux
[Hide Photo] Nick on the crux
Clip your rope in for top rope or on lead. Sweet and Easy!
[Hide Photo] Clip your rope in for top rope or on lead. Sweet and Easy!
New chain and new bomber top hooks! Can be used for top rope and sport.
[Hide Photo] New chain and new bomber top hooks! Can be used for top rope and sport.
Aurora Sport Route at Triceps Wall
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Ken Hull
Boalsburg, PA
  5.6
[Hide Comment] Grading is subjective and can vary in many ways. On this route there is an easier line but the line I graded on was recommended as a 6 by several local climbers. If one were to take an easier line and are tall let's say, yeah, then it's probably easier than 6. As stated at the opening Donation page, I do my best to grade my posts as accurate as possible and with input from others. But I'm 5.6 and what might be a tough for me might be a breeze for someone 6' or taller. Bottom line, focus less on the grade and more on the aesthetics, execution, and completion of the route. Sep 16, 2020