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Direct dihedral start of pitch 1, Empor. This start is definitely 5.8 without using the boulder. However, the difficult climbing with scant protection is down low. Several laybacks and "thank-god" holds as well as ample pro greet the leader in the second half of this photo and beyond.<br> <br> The standard route cruises up and to the climber's right, but it shares many of the same difficulties down below.
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On the crux moves of Empor, almost feels 5.8.
Lon Black leading out on the stellar second pitch of Empor. Photo by Brian Wandzilak.
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kevinnlong
Jun 22, 2008
“Direct dihedral start of pitch 1, Empor. This start is definitely 5.8 without using the boulder. However, the difficult climbing with scant protection is down low. Several laybacks and "thank-god" holds as well as ample pro greet the leader in the second half of this photo and beyond.

The standard route cruises up and to the climber's right, but it shares many of the same difficulties down below.”  

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A friendly community can often be found on the Cob!<br> <br> This photo shows pitches 2 and 3 combined. It is well worth this combination (or 1 and 2 together). Better still, if you have enough 0.5-1.5" pieces, stitch all three together (a 60m is definitely required for this).
On the crux moves of Empor, almost feels 5.8.
Direct dihedral start of pitch 1, Empor. This start is definitely 5.8 without using the boulder. However, the difficult climbing with scant protection is down low. Several laybacks and "thank-god" holds as well as ample pro greet the leader in the second half of this photo and beyond.<br> <br> The standard route cruises up and to the climber's right, but it shares many of the same difficulties down below.
Lon Black leading out on the stellar second pitch of Empor. Photo by Brian Wandzilak.
Peter Dillon leading the angling crack on the last pitch.
At the top of Empor.
Lyle Monzyk coming back from the climb on June 19, 2002
Myke Komarnitsky starting up second pitch of Empor. Photo: Mike Morley
That is, confusing for most people. Not Ben though.
Ben Mottinger starts up the confusing first pitch of the route.
Todd Jewell enjoying a fine day out, setting up for a belay after pitch 1. Through the miracle of camera tilting, the slabby 5.7 dihedral has been transformed into a steep and strenuous 5.10+ corner.
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