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Africa 5.9 *** - 5.9
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Route Summary | Ascent Notes (6)
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Description:
Splitter hand crack to alcove. Classic!Update: The second pitch is not to be missed. Bring a couple of larger pieces for the start of P2.
Submitted by: gripped on 2002-03-25
Views: 497
Route ID: 849
6 Ascents Recorded
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| Difficulty | 5.9 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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Great line
that feels much easier than Curving Crack at 5.8. The crux is a really fun move. A must do for the crack conniseur (sp).
Added: 2013-04-15
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| Difficulty | 5.9 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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awesome route
Added: 2009-12-28
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Ascent Note
SWEET line - thanks to Rich Gottlieb (Gunks) and Tom Seibert for finding this gem "back in the day" (mid 70's)
Witnessed by: Dylan, Page, Hannah
Added: 2006-06-22
Added: 2006-06-22
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Ascent Note
hung once mid-crux on P1 during onsight attempt. repeated cleanly immediately after.
Added: 2005-04-17
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Ascent Note
No comment
Added: 2002-10-15





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