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Calypso I start?
Posted: Mon Jun 06, 2005 12:35 pm
by Gobstopper
Does anyone know the proper(original) start to Calypso I? I had climbed straight up the face to the left of the tree growing into wall. Someone had told me that they usually see people start from the right of the tree starting at the very end of the rockhouse. To the left of the tree seems much harder than a 5.7, but I did see enough chalk to make me think that was the right way
Posted: Mon Jun 06, 2005 3:16 pm
by drytool
I've climbed it both ways - but I think the start to the left of the rock house is more in line with the 5.7 grade. Climbing the slab below the flake seemed harder then 5.7.
Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2005 12:06 am
by Bruisebrother
Looks like a case of Gumby leading Gumby! Ever think of looking at the guide book? The route 5.7 starts out the left side of the rock shelter. Set up a belay on the Ledge. Top rope the Face 5.9-. Then lead on up. Climb Safe.
Posted: Tue Jun 07, 2005 3:36 am
by CincySam
Well, he led the face to the left of the tree - the pro actually didn't seem too bad, some horizontals and stuff.
Anyway, definately felt like 5.9ish to me too.