Direct West Face aka Western Skyline

Information from the applicant:
The proposed route lies on the narrow west face of the Third Flatiron between the West Face route and Saturday’s Folly. It follows the first 20 feet of Saturday’s Folly, then moves left onto a beautiful steep prow that splits the west fact. The route then joins the existing West Face route after about 60 feet of climbing and four bolts (5.11b). It follows the existing West Face route for about 25 feet through an overhang and up an elegant finger crack to a ledge, all protected with good gear (5.10). The new route continues on easier ground for 20 feet, moves to the left (north) side of the steep prow, and turns a final overhang on spectacular moves protected by three more bolts (5.11b). The route finishes on a large ledge directly below the summit of the Flatiron where good anchors can be placed with gear.

Requiring only seven bolts, the route provides a full pitch of superb climbing with unrivaled position. At its grade, the route is accessible to many climbers. The route begins at the end of the standard north-side approach trail and it shares a staging area with Saturday’s Folly and Friday’s Folly. So we expect no new areas of impact from this route.

FHRC Overview of the application: Approved
Voting Results: Approved
OSMP Decision: Approved