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Brain Damage offers a challenging traditional climbing experience at the distinctive Pope's Nose formation in the Pine River area. This 5.9+ route demands solid gear placement skills and mental fortitude as you navigate the technical terrain with only traditional protection. The route's name hints at the mental engagement required to successfully read the rock and place gear confidently. Located on this prominent geological feature, climbers can expect quality rock and engaging movement that rewards careful route-finding and protection placement.
Avoid summer heat on exposed rock faces; winter conditions may bring ice and snow to higher elevations
Pope's Nose, The
Pagosa Springs, Colorado
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