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Sling Blade - 5.11b
Average Rating : 4.50 out of 5
Route sequence (left to right): 1
Route Summary | Ascent Notes (2)
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Gordy Schurman
Rock (Sport)
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BOLTS,With chains on anchors
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Description:
Sweet arete climb,above the Wedgie route.You can start at the bottom of Janes chimney and climb Wedgie to the first set of anchors then continue on up the steep ,awesome arete,using the aretes edge , small crimps, and a couple cool big sloper pockets to another set of chain anchors just over the top.Ends with a cool mantel with great holds.You can also do a 4th class down climb from the top or rap off large pine tree.Head for the big Madrone tree at the top of the chimney.Youll see the Wedgie anchors,and you can start from there .A 60m rope will get you down to the bottom ,from the summit.Descent Options:
Rap off chain anchors
Submitted by: gordy on 2010-07-02
Views: 1092
Route ID: 105642
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2 Ascents Recorded
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| Difficulty | 5.11c |
| Safety Rating | PG13 |
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Red Point ascent by:
One More Time!
I took a mean whipper on my warm up run.Second try of the morning I snagged it.Harder tha I remembered!A good slap in the face will get you ready for this one.Physical!
Added: 2011-09-13
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| Difficulty | 5.11b |
| Safety Rating | G |
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FA on Sling Blade
I recomend leading Wedgie and keep climbing on up the steep, fun arete,to the top.Solid,clean, rock,and super fun!Tricky sequence.
Added: 2010-07-02
