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The Elephant Knows

5.7, Sport, 40 ft (12 m),  Avg: 1.6 from 8 votes
FA: Jim Ewing, bolted by Chris Duca
Maine > a. Western Moun… > Shagg Crag > Right End

Description

It is worth noting that this route was initially used by Jim Ewing and Nate Kimball in order to find easy access to the Birds Perch.

This moderate route starts out in a short, right-leaning/facing corner with smeary feet and a hidden undercling. Pull out of the corner on the elephant ear, stand up, and choose which way (hint: there are two different methods) you’re going to handle the final 12 feet to the anchor. 

Location

25 feet to the right of the Standard Route corner. 

Protection

4 bolts/ drop-ins at the top

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