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Trad climb. Takes everything you've got from Lowe Balls to #3 Camalots. Can be toproped.
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Description:
Large slightly overhanging chimney. Mildly intimidating in the upper portion as the chimney becomes shallower forcing you out towards the face. Start the climb facing right and worm your way up. Be prepared to change body orientation to face left.
Submitted by: bulldog on 2002-01-16
Views: 3088
Route ID: 9290
Ascent Note:
| Ratings | |
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| Difficulty | 5.9 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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Second ascent by:
Second go at the Caterpillar
The first time I tried to climb this route last month, I couldn't even get past the first crux/ roof. This time I was able to get up there and complete it soooo much better. It was a blast. I did not climb out of the chimney, but went pretty deep in while climbing. Started facing right as I wormed my way up and then I changed to the left. After a bit, I ended up facing the right, and climbing a good crack while in the chimney. Climbed all the way up and into the cave. Sadly I couldn't not climb any higher because of a thunder storm that was quickly approaching.
According to my belay partner who has climbed many 5.10 and higher routes, he would rate Caterpillar as a 5.9+ or a 5.10! I'm am so glad to have been able to climb and complete this route! It's a blast!
According to my belay partner who has climbed many 5.10 and higher routes, he would rate Caterpillar as a 5.9+ or a 5.10! I'm am so glad to have been able to climb and complete this route! It's a blast!
Added: 2013-06-18
