Ascent Notes for: Yellow Belly (5.8+) - 5.8 Average Rating : 3.71/5

this one required me to think a bit. once i thought about moves it was cool.

Done in one pitch.

worhtwhile

cracklover led pitch 1, direct at 5.9. pitch 2 was outstanding, my first real 5.8 at the gunks!!!

I led a 5.9 variation to p1 that goes through the roof. Fun! Jen led P2. Superb climbing throughout.

Best 5.8+ in the Gunks! First pitch is Yosemite-like, with long, secure stemming problems along smooth pillars and faces.

Followed Nate. Awesome route. 1st pitch has a great roof and corner climbing. Second pitch is awkward and exposed. Exciting.

I love this route , It kicks you up it!

Followed. Had lead first pitch before and backed off second. Not as hard as the mind made it out to be. BETA: stay low moving thru the crux overhang. there is a rest after it. ps walk off rather than rappell, trees too far back.

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