Central Chimney 5.6
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| Type: | Trad, 5 pitches |
| Consensus: | 5.6 [details] |
| FA: | unknown |
| Submitted By: | pete cogan on Apr 14, 2002 |
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The seasonal raptor closure is in effect February 1, 2013 through July 31, 2013 at Blob Rock and Bitty Buttress. Each year, Boulder Canyon raptor nesting area closures are in effect starting February 1st at Eagle Rock, Security Risk, Blob Rock, and Bitty Buttress. However, the area is monitored and closures are periodically lifted early (due to no active nest, nest site failure, or early fledging). This monitoring program is a partnership with the Forest Service Boulder Ranger District, Boulder Climbing Community, and Audubon Society. Check back periodically during times of closure for updates.
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Description This is a fun, moderate climb with excellent pro. The first pitch could use some gardening, and is easy 5.5. The second pitch -- belay from bolts -- is trickier, short, and fun. The last pitch has several crack options, and the two on the left both demand an airy small traverse that can be protected well. I'd call it 5.7 in the harder moves. Rossiter's book provides approach info. Can't miss this one.
Protection Pro to 4.5 cam. 2 bolt anchor for first belay. Can sew it all up.
| Comments on Central Chimney |
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By Brendan Sheehan Jun 11, 2002
| Wasn't real impressed with this route. It's ok....but far from great. I don't know why Rossiter gives it a star. P2 and P3 offer a few thoughtful moves for the 5.6 leader...but that's about it. Bolts atop P1 may be a bit of a stretch with a 50m. I stopped to belay 10+ feet short, but it may have streched. |
By Leo Paik Administrator From: Westminster, Colorado Jun 14, 2002
| You can continue this climb 2 more short pitches above the "walkoff" ledge to the top of the rock. Certainly has some less continuous sections but has a nice corner finish in the same 5.5-5.7 range. |
By Paul Weiss Aug 1, 2003
| First pitch is relatively uneventful. The second pitch is however very fun with some thoughful airy moves and there are a few route variations to choose from. No crowds and due to the rocks high position in the canyon provides really great views. In the evening you are treated with a sunset over the divide. This route is not climbed often so watch out for the sneaky lichen. |
By Leo Paik Administrator From: Westminster, Colorado Aug 25, 2004
| The start can be done to the R with a short , tricky 5.7 OW flare that, oddly enough, does not require an OW move. With a 60m rope, you can pass the 40ft anchors (of Cold Fusion) & the 165 ft anchors, to reach the 185 ft anchors on P1. It may be more enjoyable to go R on P2 & do P3 of On Ballet. |
By Jeff Barnow From: Boulder Co Aug 17, 2006
| On the last pitch, there are two routes possible, the one to the right is slightly more difficult and is more of a chimney. If you choose the left route, which it appears most do you have to traverse slightly right at the top of the pitch, there is a massive hold which is difficult to spot from below but if you commit you've made it. The previous chimney is also fun and offers the left and right chimney options. This climb is fun but no jewel by any means. |
By John Korfmacher From: Fort Collins, CO Jun 1, 2009
| P2 makes the effort worthwhile--it's a nifty pitch tunneling up through the chimney with good jams, sidepulls and body friction. Pro is good throughout. The leftmost corner/crack on P3 was nice, as is the traverse that follows. Not a super-exciting route, but it's a good tour of the Blob. |
By Frederic Regis Jul 12, 2009
| I don't know. P3 is fun. P2 is a VERY tight chimney... didn't think it was that fun (probably depends if you like that type of climb or not). I lead P1 and had to convince myself a few times to put pro in... was really easy. |
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