Somewhat difficult start leads to an obvious dike which should be followed to the ledge above. Final crux comes on a sloping, grainy top out that is exciting to say the least.

Katz's Deli

Bowery Boys

Central Park

This line is in the middle of the right side of Bowery Rock and is divided by a couple ledges into three sections. Start on the slab above a large, flat rock.

Going straight up past the bolt, without using the right edge of the slab, yields a more challenging start at about 5.10a. Using the right edge, although more natural, downgrades this section to about 5.8. Continue up the middle section using side pulls and delicate footwork. Finish on the upper section with a crux on small crimps and careful balance.

The climb seems harder than it is due to the amount of lichen on the rock; a fun climb which should be real nice once it sees more traffic. Rappel to descend.

Start with easy climbing on the broken slab on the left side of Bowery Rock.  Use care while surmounting the top of the slab because the large upper plate is loose and could shift.  After clipping the first bolt, continue up the headwall.  Some interesting moves define the crux, protected by the second bolt.  Finish on positive holds past one more bolt, and another interesting sequence, to a large belay ledge with rap anchor.  A great lead that keeps you on your toes!  This climb has seen few ascents and still needs a lot of cleaning but is surprisingly sticky for the feet, except for the finishing move.  Rappel to descend.

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Routes in Bowery Rock