Sword of Damocles | 8C+ Boulder problem

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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.

Contributors
remus
5 contributions since 28th October 2024.

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Ascents

1 recorded ascents.

Climber Style Ascent Date Suggested Grade
Austin Purdy Boulder | worked 26th Oct 2024 8C+
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/