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The first 3 Flatirons (numbered right to left)
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Our objective - East Face Centre of the 1st Flatiron
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The 3rd Flatiron is stiking too
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Brave souls preparing for big adventure
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A long route at ~9 pitches
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Traffic starts early on a sunny Saturday
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Approaching the belay on pitch 1
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Looking up at pitch 2
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A crowded 1st belay - up to 6 people!
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Lots of bums on the pitches above
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Comfy belays...
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...with nice views over Boulder, CO
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Lots of options for pitch 3
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Long, often run out pitches
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Happy campers nearing the belay
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Our friendly climbing neighbours
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Into some fun overlaps
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Neat rock features
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Nearing lunch ledge after 4 pitches
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Time to rack up and grab a bite
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Contemplating another pitch up to the ridgeline
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And we're off
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No gear for 40m but easy climbing
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Looking down on the ants below
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Excited to climb some more
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Great positions on the ridge crest
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Nice views over Boulder
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A crux fin on the ridge
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Awesome!
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Chillin' at the 6th belay
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