Regular Route
5.8 YDS 5b French 16 Ewbanks VI- UIAA 15 ZA HVS 4c British PG13
Avg: 2.3 from 59 votes
Type: | Trad, 130 ft (39 m), 2 pitches |
FA: | Whitmer & Holden circa 1955 |
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Shared By: | Brian in SLC on Nov 6, 2009 |
Admins: | andy patterson, Aron Quiter, Bruce Hildenbrand, Mike Morley, Adam Stackhouse, Salamanizer Ski, Justin Johnsen, Vicki Schwantes |
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Description
Classic Pinnacles climbing. On February 17, 1935 Dave Brower, Ralph Brower, George Rockwood and Bill Van Voorhis reached the belay ledge at the top of the first pitch of this route by climbing an oak tree and stepping onto the face. They continued to the top by what is now the second pitch of the Regular Route naming their ascent "Left-hand Traverse." It was the first known climb of the Monolith.
Locate the start, which is the most moderate looking face climbing protected by two lead bolts. The route takes a sharp right, pass another bolt, and turn the steep corner into a belay stance. Fun pitch, with great position.
Ramble up the short and easier second pitch, clipping a couple bolts, enroute to the summit plateau. Anchor is located on the NE corner of the summit boulder.
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