Routes : North America : United States : California : Joshua Tree National Park : Hidden Valley Campground : Intersection Rock : The Flake
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The Flake - 5.8 popular
Average Rating : 4.16 out of 5
Route sequence (left to right): 37
Route Summary | Ascent Notes (74)
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Description:
Route begins with a wide chimney and no pro for 15-20 feet. Above the chimney climb the obvious flake above it. Climb finishes with a few moderate friction moves many consider to be the crux.
Submitted by: chukker on 2005-09-05
Last Modified: 2007-02-20
Views: 3151
Route ID: 14162
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| Difficulty | 5.8 |
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Onsight ascent by:
superior rock
ran out the beginning, that's def. the right choice. protects so good after that.
Added: 2012-02-07
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| Difficulty | 5.8 |
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Flake
I really enjoyed this route, quite varied for Jtree. Ran the roof out which protected well with a #3 C4 at the top. Follow easy cracks up to the face. Pass a couple of spinners on the upper face. With Joe K, finishing out a day out in Wonderland.
Added: 2011-12-11
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stoutttt
Added: 2011-12-04
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Second ascent by:
Really, really fun
Consider bringing a #4 or even a #5 if you want to protect the offwidth.
Added: 2011-11-23
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Still THE best 5.8 I've ever done. Beats out Bishop's Terrace in Yosemite
Wow! After a few years since doing this route, (and considerably a stronger climber) I thought I would drag a buddy of mine up this route. I was amazed at just how unique, challenging, and varied the route actually was. This included offwidth, stemming, laybacks, and slab. The chimney can be protected w a smaller ~.75 ish cam and a #5 c4 would totally protect the moves to the exit. Remember to extend to reduce rope rag later. I only brought cams but found that there were prob more hex/nut placements throughout. At the top just trust those feet and go! It seems super runout but really it's not too bad and would only be bad (ie cheese grater) if you had rope out for the clips and fell. We split it into 2 pitches for easier communication/coaching. Rap off the rings on the north side of the rock and enjoy This wonderful route.
Added: 2011-10-24
