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Curt's Crack Direct Start

5.7 PG13, Trad, 30 ft (9 m),  Avg: 2 from 1 vote
FA: Nate B., Finn W., Aug. 22
Colorado > Colorado Springs > Air Force Academy > Eagle's Peak > Exemplar Tower
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Description

Instead of starting in the wide crack/chimney on the left to gain the ledge at the base of Curt's Crack, start on the face directly below the main crack. The gear is limited, but the holds on the face are solid.

Location

See the Exemplar Tower route map.

Protection

Small nuts.

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The direct start to Curt's Crack is located right of the normal wide crack start to gain the ledge.
[Hide Photo] The direct start to Curt's Crack is located right of the normal wide crack start to gain the ledge.