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Description
An easy face climb, passing many horizontals.
Approach: Use the access trail that heads up just where there Stairmaster reaches the Carriage Trail, a 4-minute walk from the Uberfall. At the cliff, walk left and locate Arch, a prominent rock arch above the East Trapps Connector Trail. Ribs starts at the prominent, hanging arete well below the right side of the arch.
P1: Gain the large arete from the side, then traverse over to the middle of the face on the right. Climb nearly a straight line up to the GT ledge, with one or two overhang moves just before the finish. 5.5, 130'. You can also stop at the bolted rap station at 80'; this is a common toproping spot for beginners and guided groups.
Descent: There are three bolted rap stations that serve this and nearby routes.
Protection
Cams of all sizes in horizontals. Pass one bong and rap chains midway up.
Routes in d. Strictly - The Ceiling
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