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Knapsack Crack - 5.5 popular
Average Rating : 3.44 out of 5
Route sequence (left to right): 1
Route Summary | Ascent Notes (64)
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Description:
First pitch is real easy (5.2). Climb up to tree and belay from there. Follow crack up and to the left. The 5.5 crux is short and easy near the start of the second pitch. The crack widens (large cam is handy). and then you need to climb out of crack. Rope will not reach to the top. Short third pitch. Nice climb to bring beginner on. This climb can be done in two pitches if you set the first belay about 25-35 feet above the tree. [note: make sure you get high enough on the first belay if you want to do it in 2 pitches: run the rope ALL THE WAY out, or you will need to simulclimb on the second pitch without being able to see or hear your partner.] Also, the wide section can be protected with a well placed hex or two instead of a large cam.
Submitted by: comet on 2005-06-25
Views: 3561
Route ID: 11613
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Onsight ascent by:
dang wish i checked this before climbing
sammy climbed p1 and I did p2 but we couldn't hear each other and i didnt make it to the top. Everything was good though, set up belay and got sammy up; he finished then to the top. Bring radios next time or just do it in 3 pitches. Also I thought going outside the wide section was a bit harder than 5.5 but maybe I was doing something wrong.
Added: 2017-06-02
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| Difficulty | 5.5 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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Easy
Took charlie and Andrea out for their first trad climbs. Easy warmup. Really doesn't feel 5.5 - it's a great spot to teach/learn.
Added: 2015-05-02
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| Difficulty | 5.5 |
| Safety Rating | G |
Mellow all the way
Took Lisita on her second multi-pitch. She'll be ready to lead it next time. Would probably be a good first multipitch route for the beginning leader.
Added: 2012-06-27
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| Difficulty | 5.5 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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Solo ascent by:
Knapsack
Good fun.
Added: 2012-02-07
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| Difficulty | 5.4 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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Solo
Climbed solo a few hours after simul-climbing with the Klown.
Added: 2011-08-15
