Ascent Notes for: North Ridge - 5.5 popular Average Rating : 4.41/5

note

Has the feel of a more serious route, but is true to the grade. Lots of exposure and jugs.
Couldn't find a reasonable place to rap the route, so we walked off.

fun

Onsighted first pitch, followed on 2nd. Both pitches felt quite sandbagged for the grade. If compared to routes in the area, I think our path could go at least 5.6. Definitely harder than Skip to My Lou or My Route which are both 5.6. Great view!!

Edit - have since realized that the left crack at the start was a harder variation (5.7ish) than the standard right crack 5.5 version. Lol gotta love onsighting :)

Didn't use the start at the top of the bulge, instead starting at the bottom side facing the gorge. There is a nice little overhang at the start to stash your gear under in case of rain. The entire route can be easily protected with cams. I never used larger than a #2 BD but it did look like larger pieces could be used. The first pitch is the most fun and seemed a little stiff for the grade. The second pitch was really easy and was only worth doing for the sake of reaching the top. The holds are great throughout, even in the first pitch crux. We used two-way radios between pitches for clear instructions without yelling.

So much fun.

roped solo

Best route for the grade at Table Rock. Sling things gear long and gear up to #4 C4s with a few doubles make for peace of mind. It can be easy to miss the three pins for the first belay if there is not a mess of cord tied to it. Pins can be easily backed up.

IMO best easy Table route - great exposure and position - stiff for gade

quick way to the summit.