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Black Streak

5.10, Trad, 105 ft (32 m),  Avg: 3 from 2 votes
FA: Jason Sands, Jim Zahn, 1986
Arizona > Central Arizona > *Phoenix Areas > McDowell Mountains > Gardener's Wall
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Description

It is probably wise to scope the two bolts before starting out.  The first bolt can be found fairly easily but the second is a bit more hidden and difficult to find.  Either way, climb up black streak to a group of pockets/pods and place your gear.  Crimp but don't cramp your way towards the bolt and continue your journey upwards.  A fair amount of loose flakes and edges are encountered down low.  The route gets easier the higher you climb.

Location

Look for the black streak in-between a clump of oak tree's several feet up the wall.  The black streak can be seen from a long ways away, several feet to the left of route Dog Fight Giggle.

Protection

2 bolts, cams to #3. Rap back to packs.

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