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[TR] SEWS - The Hitchhiker 9/16/2012


wayne

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Trip: SEWS - The Hitchhiker

 

Date: 9/16/2012

 

Trip Report:

I have a new favorite route. Last minute planning brought Lane and I to the base of the Burdo/Johnson route they named The Hitchhiker. It rambles up the steep se Face of South Early Winter Spire. Originally planning to attempt Gato Negro for the 2nd straight weekend, we opted for more sunshine instead. The switch was last minute, so I didnt have the anticipation nor expectations. I was blown away by the quality and positioning of the climb. It has every type of climbing as well as serious exposure to add to a full-plate meal of a climb! Dihedrals, led to slabs with thin cracks, flakes, (easy)wide sections, roofs wild traverses, you name it. Leading every pitch was stressful, as the climbing is thought provoking, but it was so fun, I didnt care. It took almost 8 hrs to do the 9 pitches. Each lead had its own surprise. Though the route has about 20 bolts, it still requires a big rack and I am glad I took 1 aider for the 3 short sections that I couldnt free. I know I write in superlatives but this route for sure is a gem. I hope to see more reports on this relatively newer route.

 

Burdos book and these reports will have more beta, enjoy!

 

Blakes description , very accurate!

 

Blakes photo/topo

 

Sols amazing 3-day link-up

 

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Gear Notes:

Doubles to 2" 1 each 3,4, and 5 cams, some stoppers, aider for old-timers. Lots of long draws, took 13 and ran out 2x!

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