I ascended and descended this route years ago and I certainly never found any 5.7 climbing on this route. I don't even remember any 5th class. There are lots of variations possible.
All depends on the route chosen I suppose. Here's a photo from the route, https://www.summitpost.org/nw-arete/259518/c-259121 , decide for yourself if it warrants the rating. A lot of very indistinct terrain between the NF and the Hanging Glacier, definitely choose your own adventure over there.
schmiddlearth - Jul 5, 2020 5:51 pm - Hasn't voted
NW AreteI ascended and descended this route years ago and I certainly never found any 5.7 climbing on this route. I don't even remember any 5th class. There are lots of variations possible.
Z-Man - Jul 5, 2020 9:14 pm - Hasn't voted
Re: NW AreteAll depends on the route chosen I suppose. Here's a photo from the route, https://www.summitpost.org/nw-arete/259518/c-259121 , decide for yourself if it warrants the rating. A lot of very indistinct terrain between the NF and the Hanging Glacier, definitely choose your own adventure over there.