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Peak Mountain 3

The Red Obelisk (aka Boogers on a Lampshade)

FA Dave Evans and Marge Floyd, 1985
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Description

This route climbs the right side of the west face of the Obelisk (it's the dashed line in the picture). A nice fat bolt has taken the place of a nest of knifeblades which once protected the crux. The start is a bit bouldery, with an unprotected mantel onto a sloping ledge, but it's not too hard.

The route ends with typical grainy Josh slab, and I was happy I took the time to sling the chickenhead above the 2nd bolt.

Short route, fun moves - definitely worth doing.

Protection

2 bolts, bolted anchor/rap (all 3/8"). A sling for a chickenhead is very helpful as well.


Routes in The Red Obelisk


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    The Red Obelisk (aka Boogers on a Lampshade)
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