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New pitons on Watch Tower 8-Feb-2005 At 1:50:46 PM Mike

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On 8/02/2005 Richard wrote:
>... move the bolt on pitch 4 down a bit to where it is
>an easy clip, such that if you do fall at the harder move that is currently
>required to clip this bolt in it's current position, then it won't be a
>factor two fall any more?

The FF2 can be avoided by clipping said bolt on lead at the conclusion of P3, lowering to the stance, then luxurating in the temporary TR for the commencement of P4. I've never felt comfortable with the trad options alone at this belay, so incorporating the bolt has always been my practice. If the new pitons are there next time I lead it, I'm sure I'll clip them too. I like solid belays, but will leave the issues of fixed gear to the locals / better climbers than me.