On 12 / 01 / 03 I was informed that Solid Gold is covered in raptor droppings, depleting purchase on many of the essential holds. This will increase the fall potential. However, the bird droppings are most likely a short term issue. Climb with care.
Pitch two as you describe it - 5.8 cracks to the top - is actually the route "My Laundry."
Pitch two of "Solid Gold" follows a crack diagonalling up climbers left and then climbs a steep face and spectacular traverse passing three bolts before topping out. 5.10a.
Personally I think this is the better pitch of the route, wild unlikely and exposed. Good fun.
Michele - Dec 4, 2003 12:47 pm - Hasn't voted
Route CommentOn 12 / 01 / 03 I was informed that Solid Gold is covered in raptor droppings, depleting purchase on many of the essential holds. This will increase the fall potential. However, the bird droppings are most likely a short term issue. Climb with care.
ksolem - Apr 25, 2006 5:25 am - Hasn't voted
Second PitchPitch two as you describe it - 5.8 cracks to the top - is actually the route "My Laundry."
Pitch two of "Solid Gold" follows a crack diagonalling up climbers left and then climbs a steep face and spectacular traverse passing three bolts before topping out. 5.10a.
Personally I think this is the better pitch of the route, wild unlikely and exposed. Good fun.