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August Nightmare

5.11a, Sport, 60 ft (18 m),  Avg: 3.7 from 3 votes
FA: Bolted in 1997 by Chris Sandoval and Ong. Rebolted in 2019 by TMSC
International > Asia > Thailand > Central - Aroun… > Khao Yoi > Rdside Crag

Description

Share the first 2 bolts and anchor with Chinese new year.  The crux, however, is much more stout.  

Location

Same start as 'Chinese New year'.  Route no. 15 in the topo.

*Safety concern* - this route is often occupied by a colony of wasps during monsoon.  Proceed with caution and be ready to back of a hive is encountered. 

Protection

Quickdraws

Route is now fully equipped with Titanium Glue-in bolts

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Nic cranking
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Derek lowering off August Nightmare
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