This past weekend I got dragged up one of the most famous trad lines in GTNP by dirtbag chef, Travis McAlpine. The super classic climb in Death Canyon has been heralded as one of the most sandbagged 5.8/9's in the states (although, modern guide books grade it more appropriately 5.9/10).
Just a few photos from the day...
photo: The Snaz, looking up...
photo: McAlpine taking the [now rated] 5.10 roof pitch
photo: lots of hanging out at belays. We were behind two groups on the wall, but could care less considering how gorgeous the day was.
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