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Space Oddity

5.10+, Sport, 45 ft (14 m),  Avg: 2 from 4 votes
FA: Eric Odenthal, Lance Lemkau June 2020
Utah > Southeast Utah > Grand County > Potash Rd > Mars
Warning Access Issue: RAIN, WET ROCK and RAPTOR CLOSURES: The sandstone around Moab is fragile and is very easily damaged when it is wet. Also please ask and be aware of Raptor Closures in areas. DetailsDrop down

Description

Start on lichen arete/slab passing two bolts to a stance where a wild jump is encountered before following rails to the anchor.  may need some cleaning. 

Location

North facing side of tower, slightly down loose hillside. Walk carefully.  Belayer could clip into first bolt which may be a good idea until the area settles. 

Protection

6 bolts to bolted anchor

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Eric Odenthal on the FA of the short but scenic Space Oddity. Belayed by Lance Lemkau
[Hide Photo] Eric Odenthal on the FA of the short but scenic Space Oddity. Belayed by Lance Lemkau
Crux moves of the route Space Oddity
[Hide Photo] Crux moves of the route Space Oddity
Lance Lemkau on Space Oddity. This is Looking up from the base of the climb on the north side of the tower.  Be careful at the base, you could take a ride.  Belayer clipped into the runner seen on the first bolt.
[Hide Photo] Lance Lemkau on Space Oddity. This is Looking up from the base of the climb on the north side of the tower. Be careful at the base, you could take a ride. Belayer clipped into the runner seen on…