Death Block Chimney

Begin 100 feet right (downhill) of '

Rads For Rookies

' beneath an imposing, flared chimney. Meander through 40 feet of

poor quality choss

, placing gear in

unconsolidated, crumbly rock

. Be careful not to dislodge the

death-block

as you pull crux moves into the flared chimney. Avoid the temptation to place protection behind this block as this will make the climb

R-rated for your belayer

.

Squirm, grind, and stem

up the surprisingly fun but

largely unprotectable

chimney for 40 feet to an enormous ledge.

Descend an easy ramp system to the right.