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Black Streak
5.10,
Trad, 105 ft (32 m),
Avg: 3 from 2
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FA: Jason Sands, Jim Zahn, 1986
Arizona
> Central Arizona
> *Phoenix Areas
> McDowell Mountains
> Gardener's Wall
Access Issue: Access:
Details
The only access issue for this area is the seasonal closure of routes on the north side of Tom's Thumb.
Please be aware of, and abide by the closure when it is in effect!
For more information, please visit
scottsdaleaz.gov/preserve
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.