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mikej
Mar 22, 2006, 11:24 PM
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For those who have done the totem pole in queen creek, can it be done without additional pro? Was planning on doing it soon, then i saw on the routes database that you need protection for the crack at the top. Though I intend to start a trad rack soon, i don't have any gear but QD's. I've only heard of it as a 2 pitch sport route. How long is the run out at top without pro?
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phugganut
Mar 22, 2006, 11:37 PM
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You could do it if you are very strong at the grade, but it would definitely be runout. The good news is that you only need a medium sized nut or two to protect it, so just bite the bullet, spend 20 bucks or so on a few medium nuts, and go for it.
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mikej
Mar 22, 2006, 11:47 PM
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awesome, thanks. maybe I'll pickup a set.
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raymondjeffrey
Mar 22, 2006, 11:57 PM
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Phuggnut is correct: medium sized nut (or maybe 2) is sufficient.
Carry On,
Jefro
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sonso45
Mar 23, 2006, 12:02 AM
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Skip the nut if you wanna save cash, you wouldn't hit the ground if you fell. Like Phugganut mentioned, it's a bit runout but almost easier if you just climb thru quickly. I remember fiddling gear in to back up the poorly placed fixed nut. That was a chore cause it blocked the best nut placement. M
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