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The rock varies in character from typically quarried on the lower tier through to more abrasive rock on the upper tier where blasting has uncovered large tracts of calcite-encrusted rock which almost feels like natural limestone. As with most quarries, extra vigilance needs to be exercised by both climber and belayer here given the blasting activity which has created potential for loose rock.
Don't swim in the bright blue toxic pool (as if you needed telling)!
Rockfax Description
A short, technical wall and blunt arete. © Rockfax
FA. Gary Gibson 1998.
Ticklists
The "I live in West Yorkshire and have a rockfax digital subscription" 7's sport bible , Harpur 7’s
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| smudge | 31 May |
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βeta: Sussed out the line. Cleaned the route and it’s in good nick. Short hard section just to the right of the first bolt (avoiding the crack to the right) to reach the obvious two horizontal crimps by the second bolt. Step left and climb right of the blunt arete (avoiding the 5+!). Heading up and diagonally right at the third bolt through some powerful moves. Enjoyable route. I hope that’s right GG! | βeta? | |
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βeta: Sussed out the line. Cleaned the route and it’s in good nick. Short hard section just to the right of the first bolt (avoiding the crack to the right) to reach the obvious two horizontal crimps by the second bolt. Step left and climb right of the blunt arete (avoiding the 5+!). Heading up and diagonally right at the third bolt through some powerful moves. Enjoyable route. I hope that’s right GG! |
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| nelg | 15 Jun, 2005 |
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βeta: Nice route | ||
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βeta: Nice route |
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Open Gate
Grade: 7a+ ***
(Chee Dale Upper)