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Tower of Babble

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2-bolt top anchor.

FFA: Paul Humphrey & Andre Oullette, 2002

2-bolt top anchor. Clip the top anchor for 'Tongue Twister'[] after the 4th bolt and keep heading up.

FFA: Eric Chemello & Paul Humphrey, 2003

8 half-inch removable bolts. 2-bolt top anchor.

FFA: Eric Chemello, 2001

2-bolt top anchor. This short route links the lower and upper sections of 'Shooting Gallery'. For easier foot access to the Upper Shooting Gallery, follow the trail clockwise around the base of the Tower of Babble to the 'Boardwalk'.

FFA: Eric Chemello, 1996

2-bolt top anchor shared with 'Bumbling Babbler'. Pro to 2". For a shorter (70 ft) sport variation, traverse right after the last bolt to the ledge and top anchor for 'Gullible'. For a longer (150 ft) sport variation, from there continue right up 'Bambi Slayer'.

FFA: Tom Ogden, 2001

2-bolt top anchor shared with 'Shard'. Start from the ledge at the top of 'Shard'[]. Descend in two 90 ft rappels.

FFA: Tom Ogden, 2001

FFA: Adam Wanden, 2001

No bolted top anchor. Descend by rappelling from the top anchor of 'Shard'.

FFA: Adam Wanden, 1998

2-bolt top anchor.

FFA: Cedar Wright & Paul Humphrey, 1997

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Author(s): Evan Wisheropp

Date: 2022

ISBN: 978-1-938393-46-4

Wolverine:
A compact yet comprehensive guide, Redwood Burl introduces climbers and boulderers to the extensive vertical opportunities in northwest California.
  • Provides approach times
  • Features beautiful color photos, helpful maps and icons depicting sun and rain aspects

Author(s): Kimbrough Moore, Shannon Joslin, Leo Popovic

Date: 2022

ISBN: 9798218007959

Edgewalker Entertainment:
A comprehensive guide to the greater Bay Area of California, Golden State Bouldering provides readers with info on the outdoor bouldering around San Francisco, Sacramento, Santa Rosa and Santa Cruz.
  • Describes 1,600 boulder problems with hundreds of color photos, maps, GPS coordinates and hand-drawn illustrations

Author(s): Toby Evans

Date: 2021

ISBN: 9781493045464

FalconGuides:
Hiking the State's 15 Peaks Over 14,000 Feet. Developed for every skill level, the FalconGuides Climbing California's Fourteeners lays out plans and logistics for making your climb a positive experience—no matter how many summits you've reached.
  • California's 15 peaks over 14,000 ft. are becoming more popular, and this book provides essential information for taking them on
  • Each mountain is broken down based on the technical skills needed so you know what to expect
  • Details for each climb include a list of recommended equipment, how to prepare for rapidly changing weather and trail conditions, and a general timeframe needed to summit

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