Parallel Universe

This excellent two pitch climb ascends to the top of the wall. The first pitch has excellent, thought provoking, sustained climbing.

Pitch 1 —  5.11c

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Begin up some enjoyable 5.10 face climbing to a dihedral with an obvious black corner (sometimes wet). Climb up and right out of the black corner, and continue through a series of three small roof overlaps with some strenuous laybacks, underclings and crimps. This is very good,

100 feet. 14 bolts + anchor.

Pitch 2

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5.10b

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Continue up a series of interchanging dihedrals to a second anchor. This is good but not as good as the first pitch,

50 feet. 6 bolts + anchor.

Rappel the route. Be cautious rappelling the first long pitch with a 60m rope; the rope just barely reaches the ground.

Quickdraws.