Risk Brothers Roof 5.11a
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| Type: | Trad, 1 pitch, 60 feet |
| Consensus: | 5.11- [details] |
| FA: | Van Betten, Mamusia, Harrison |
| Submitted By: | John Wilder on Feb 28, 2009 |
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Description This stout roof is probably as neglected as Shit Howdy, but it is well worth the hike, especially if you start your day on Shit Howdy. Burl up the obvious crack system to the roof, continue the burl fest through the roof to the chains.
Location This route is not located on the Shit Howdy boulder, but rather up and right, just about halfway between Physical Graffitti and Shit Howdy. If you're at Shit Howdy, look for the large hueco (3+ feet) on a cliff a little up and right. Risk Brothers is directly above this on the next major cliff) From Shit Howdy- head up to the crest of the hills and then right along the top, dropping down when the first real choice presents itself. You should see an obvious 3' wide ledge about 6' up running along the base of a cliff. Risk Brothers heads up the middle of this cliff. The best bet is to spot the cliff from the parking lot and keep it in view.
Protection Gear to 3", double up 2" and 3"
Pure peeeerfect hands!
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The start of the cruxy moves. Way fun!
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My onsight attempt. Feet first for this section wo...
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Andy Hansen digs deep for jams on the roof.
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Risk Brothers Roof. Photo by M. Taylor.
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| Comments on Risk Brothers Roof |
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By Phil Esra
Nov 29, 2011
| Really, really fun, if short. Great little belay ledge. Rap anchors at the top. A little soft for the grade compared to Yosemite. Rewards good jamming technique. |
By Mark SLC
Feb 22, 2012
| A 0.75 camalot slots nicely to keep your belayer on the ledge if you blow the opening moves. Aside from that, 2 #1s & 2 or 3 #3s should see you thru. Amazing route. Short, but for RR at least legit 11a
The climb is in the shade but a short hike from the ridge where you can find some sun. Also worthwhile to walk past the climb and spot it from the floor before picking your approach up the gully |
By Weston L
From: Summerlin, NV
Dec 30, 2012
rating: 5.11a
| Fun and short climb. Great first 5.11 lead, protects very well and is perfect hands through a roof. Super fun and worth the hike. |
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