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Steve Martin's Face - 5.11c
Average Rating : 4.33 out of 5
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Route Summary | Ascent Notes (3)
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Rock (Trad)
PG13
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The bottom is a little hard to protect. The gear is all there, but it is a little on the small side and somewhat intricate. A normal rack will see you safely through the route, but climb with caution, as some of the gear is tough.
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Description:
A sporty face climb on gear, with one bolt up higher to protect the crux. When you get to the bolt, go right, then up, then back left over the bolt for a little bit before getting good gear. This could be a little spicy, depending on your head. That is the 11c version. Apparently if you go straight up, it is 5.12a, but I tried that and got shut down.Descent Options:
Double bolt anchor.
Submitted by: IsayAutumn on 2012-04-03
Views: 117
Route ID: 110930
3 Ascents Recorded
| Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | 5.11c |
| Safety Rating | G |
Flash ascent by:
face trad FTW!
rad line, thanks for the beta, Neal!
Added: 2012-09-17
| Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | 5.11c |
| Safety Rating | PG13 |
Second ascent by:
wish I would have led it
Top rope hero'ed this. Should have led it. I had plenty in the tank, but my mind was fatigued.
Added: 2012-04-03
| Ratings | |
|---|---|
| Difficulty | 5.11c |
| Safety Rating | PG13 |
Hang Dog ascent by:
A tough lead
I pumped out down low and hung on gear to avoid taking a whip on a suspect cam. At the top I tried the 12 variation and got shut down, so I did the 11c version, which was great. Will have to come back for the redpoint, now that I am more familiar with the gear.
Added: 2012-04-03
