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Potholes Crack
5.9,
Trad, TR, 35 ft (11 m),
Avg: 2.6 from 45
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FA: unknown
California
> Los Angeles Basin
> Stoney Point
> Back Wall
Access Issue: RAIN & WET ROCK
Details
Stoney Point sandstone is fragile and is very easily damaged when it is wet. Holds rip off and climbs have been and will continue to be permanently damaged due to climbers not respecting this phenomenon. After a heavy storm the rock will remain wet, sometimes for several days. PLEASE DO NOT CLIMB during or after rain. A good rule of thumb is that if the ground near your climb is at all damp (and not powdery dry sand), then do not climb. There are many gyms in the area if you need a fix!
Description
Follow the crack up and over the overlap. The crux move would be getting over the overlap. Great cardio pump climb with a lot of sustained moves.
This is a very good climb to enhance your skills if you are starting to crack climb.
Location
Left buttress of the Back Wall.
Protection
Take the trail to the left to set up a top rope anchor. An equalized set of nuts and a hex or two will work out fine, you can also just sling the boulder on top. This route can also be led.
![Arthur Bearden going past the Crux. <br>
Photo by Tozan aka Charles More]()
[Hide Photo] Arthur Bearden going past the Crux. Photo by Tozan aka Charles More
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