Routes : North America : United States : Washington : Central Washington : Peshastin Pinnacles State Park : Sunset Slab : National Velvet
PreviousNational Velvet - 5.6
Average Rating : 3.50 out of 5
Route sequence (left to right): 3
Route Summary | Ascent Notes (2)
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Rock (Sport)
PG13
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3 Bolts with Bolted Rappel
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Description:
1st Pitch: Friction climb with runout bolts to a rappel anchor on the ledge. Flake between 2nd and 3rd bolt is breaking off in places, watch your step. 3rd bolt leaves a 30-40' runout to rappel anchors above the ledge. Rappel there or climb the 2nd pitch through the gulley. 2nd Pitch: No bolts. You can fit a #1 Camalot in the crack up and left of the rappel anchors. Crumbling sandstone 30-40' to 10" Tree for anchor. Walkoff.Descent Options:
Rappel from ledge or climb second pitch to crappy walkoff around the back of the slab.
Submitted by: mudchemist on 2007-07-24
Views: 1200
Route ID: 87195
2 Ascents Recorded
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| Difficulty | 5.6 |
| Safety Rating | G |
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Fun Easy route
This was a fun route for wife and me to do laps on and work on techniques
Added: 2014-05-26
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| Difficulty | 5.6 |
| Safety Rating | PG13 |
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PNW Climb
1st pitch was fun. Great view of the valley below. 2nd pitch was poor rock and a miserable walkoff on a hot day. Lead 1st pitch and traded to RH.
Added: 2007-07-24
