Begehungen in Mississippi Buttress

I faced my fear barrier again – after a long time, of all places, on this little climb, in its naked irrationality. Climbed stupidly, pumped out, and could not work out the crux. I hear the grit calling: to teach me to be stronger, smarter, bolder.

Awkward bulge-y flake thing. It was good, but not my preferred style of climbing!

Very very reachy move, then it chills

Lovely chill warmup

Hard but doable - sketchy mantle to finish the hard bits.

What a route to finish the day on! Amazingly steep and sporty to clear the roof prow, followed by run-outs and technical grit to the top. It's awesome that a route like this goes on gear and at a reasonable grade. One of the best.

Easy for the grade, great holds.

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