Sword of Damocles | 8C+ Boulder problem at Mount Evans

United States / Colorado / Park County
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Quick Info

Grade 8C+
Type Boulder problem
Crag Mount Evans
Country United States 🇺🇸
Rock type Granite
History
First ascent Austin Purdy (26th Oct 2024)
Recorded repeats 2

Quick Info

Grade 8C+
Type Boulder problem
Crag Mount Evans
Country United States 🇺🇸
Rock type Granite
History
First ascent Austin Purdy (26th Oct 2024)
Recorded repeats 2

So named because the road to the crag was due to shut for 2 years for repairs so the pressure was on for Austin Purdy to make the first ascent. In the event he missed the deadline but snuck in on an e-bike before snow came in and properly shut things down.

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35 contributions since 28th October 2024.
8 contributions since 2nd October 2026.

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Ascents

3 successful ascents recorded.

Climber Style Ascent Date Suggested Grade
First ascent. Around 15 sessions.

Finally! Probably the most days I've but into a boulder and unless I missed some key beta, likely the hardest thing I've ever done. The process on this one was very stressful with the imminent road closure for the next two years hanging over everything. Luckily I was able to extend the season with some e-bike tactics and get it done before the snow came and shut everything down for good [1]

References

[1] https://www.8a.nu/crags/bouldering/united-states/mt-evans/sectors/aerials/routes/sword-of-damocles/

[2] https://www.8a.nu/news/austin-purdy-fas-sword-of-damocles-8c%2B-dh3g6

[3] https://www.instagram.com/p/DCrVS7nuw1r/
Second ascent. 5 sessions.

References

[1] https://www.instagram.com/p/DcWnSfIkQip/
Liam Andrews-Bancroft Boulder | worked Before 30th Sep 2026
Third ascent.