25m.
A sustained route with excellent protection. It takes the impressive leaning wall on the south side of the spigolo. Climb up the crack in the middle of the red wall, until a band of soft rock is reached. This provides a welcome rest, but the rock requires caution. Now move up and then left into an obvious niche. Possible kneebar for the tall :) Finish straight up on great holds. Take plenty cams and prepare to get pumped. Abseil down from the top of the route (stakes). It is best to belay from a large ledge/flake, some 3m to the right of the start of crack, where gear can be arranged. A great route, if you're adventureous.
Piotr Wisthal 30/Jun/2008.
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Smith's Arete
Grade: E5 6a ***
(Pass of Ballater)