Basalt Column Climbing BAN

“To the south and back" is a 30 meters traverse bouldering problem, with a bit overhanging relief and a lot of pockets.

I estimated the route V4, but it could be V5 at ease. The way “South” is a comparatively easy half way, it goes abut 1-2m high horizontal line of the rock. And the way back goes through the upper part of the rock and has more pockets for 1 or 2 fingers. The route is very nice for a good warming up.

Location is the bouldering section in the Hrazdan gorge, in the territory of "Spitak" rescue center, Yerevan.

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Details: Category: Rock Climbing; Published: 06 June 2009

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