Number 7 (V2**) A definite warm up slab problem with some nice pocket to get you established followed by a little gast-on move to a nice top-out. But beware these problems are quite high.
Number 11 and 12 both graded V4** similar to the warm-up but this one requires high-stepping on tiny crimps. Once established on the crimps reach high for the slober hold up and high step on the little crack for a tricky finish. Definitely balancy and scary. Needs a proper name.
Number 20 (V4***) this nameless crack is a gem and deserves a name. I propose “Receeding Hairline” for this classic highball crack. The start is not too bad and laybacking the crack allows you to gain height quickly, but the crux is the mantle top-out with no holds so make sure you have lots of pads and good spotters a fall from up high could end badly.
Number 21 (V5***) another classic begging for a good name. This time a steep overhaning arete leads to a crux top-out. Jugs in the middle to rest before the tricky balancy finish. Highsteep your feet to the right and reach the top sloper pointing downward – meatrap it and swing foot to the left, mantle with difficulty. I propose “the Nosejob” for the first ascensionist to consider.
Now it was time for the problem we all came for – well except for me - the main event so to speak and the mega classic of this crag – if you are into highballs and cruxy topouts.
The Owl (V6***) mega classic up there with the best lines on the North Shore. Crux move of the deck to get established on the line followed by a couple of moves to a rest break. Business time starts here. Reach high with your left hand (via intermediate) to a ridiculous crimp on the lip. Lock it in and place your feet carefully on good holds – move your right hand up to another ridiculous crimp. Palm with your left hand with you feet doing all the work and either carefully or dynamically reach for the final hold across the lip. Height is definitely a factor.
