The final bolt ladder

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The final bolt ladder

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P.Ross approaching the start of the long bolt ladder of the last pitch

Amazing view of Castleton, Rectory, and La Sals from just before the top of the first pitch.

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Ben Kiessel

Jun 18, 2006

“The final bolt ladder”

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