Icarus

This is a great beginner lead, but it is a little runout on the last pitch of 6. The final pitch (same as last pitch of

Yellow Spur

) is spectacular, however. Start with

Swanson Arete

start up the West Chimney, but continue to traverse right along the Red Ledge to a right-facing dihedral. Follow the dihedral until it ends, then traverse right on an exposed and thin face. Continue up a good crack. The last pitch ascends a uniquely textured arete with a great view.

Standard rack extra wired stoppers and runners. (Bring extra rope for raps.)