...I don't have a preference. It's called The Direct Line, but it was known as the Platinum Wall before it was ever established, for the simple explanation that I was up there a long, long time. So, in the sense we don't get to choose our nicknames, mine being Platinum...
The longest free route on El Capitan. Worked on by Rob Miller and a variety of partners between 2010 and 2017. Successful ascent with Roby Rudolf in October 2017.
[1] https://publications.americanalpineclub.org/articles/13201214580/El-Capitan-The-Direct-Line
5 successful ascents recorded.
| Climber | Style | Ascent Date | Suggested Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roby Rudolf First ascent. | Lead | worked | Oct 2017 | |
| Rob Miller First ascent. | Alternate Leads | worked | Oct 2017 | |
| Tommy Caldwell With Alex Honnold. | Lead | worked | Between 1st Oct 2025 and 9th Dec 2025 | |
| Alex Honnold With Tommy Caldwell. | Lead | worked | Between 1st Oct 2025 and 9th Dec 2025 | |
| Sasha DiGiulian Fourth ascent. First female ascent. | Lead | worked | Between 3rd Nov 2025 and 26th Nov 2025 | |
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23 days on the route, including 9 days waiting out a storm in a portaledge 3 pitches from the top. References |
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