The first El Cap. route climb done in one push from the ground by a 2 man team. Named after John Muir, Scottish-American naturalist, environmental activist and co-founder of the Sierra Club.
Two free versions, preMuir and The Shaft, both have some variations from the original aid in line.
[1] https://publications.americanalpineclub.org/articles/12196604600/Muir-WallEl-Capitan
3 recorded ascents.
| Climber | Style | Ascent Date | Suggested Grade |
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| TM Herbert | Aid | ground up | Jun 1965 | |
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First ascent.
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| Yvon Chouinard | Aid | ground up | Jun 1965 | |
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First ascent.
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| Royal Robbins | Rope Solo | ground up | Apr 1968 | |
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Second ascent.
First solo of an El Capitan route, over ten days. References |
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