Type: Trad, 40 ft (12 m)
FA: Jeff Schaffer, Greg Schaffer, 1966
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Shared By: Sketchy Sam on Jul 13, 2006
Admins: Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes

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Begin on a huge platform directly beneath the Nose. Excellent thin 5.7 fingercrack to a ledge with a belay tree and magnificent view. A wonderful Yosemite first lead. Descent: Rappel from a 2-bolt anchor with rings, or scramble down right side.

Location Suggest change

Base of El Capitan, directly beneath the Nose.

Protection Suggest change

Mostly small gear .3-.75" with an occasional 1-2" piece. Can be easily lead on all passive.

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