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Climbing Area Index / Band M Ledge / 5 Bit Hooker (A3)
5 Bit Hooker
Larry Boehmler
Photo by Joe Cote
Directions:  Located on the right side of the crag, between Bandit and General Hospital.
Description: During the final ascent Larry broke 3 of Joe's 1/4 bits, and Joe broke 2. They put in five 1/4 aid bolts (no hangers new-old bolts that Joe had) After the last bit was broken Larry hooked his way to the top and thatís how they got the name 5 Bit Hooker!
    Pitch 1: Climb the 80' to the top.
Gear: standard aid rack with hooks
Descent: Rappel from General Hospital's anchor on a big ledge
History:  September 13,2002 - Larry Boehmler, Joe Coty

 
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