The Awakening- AKA Woodpecker Protrusion Direct

This route is Awesome!! The original crack line was good however Luke Ross had an "Awakening " and saw the direct finish- truly making it a Black Hills Classic ! I had pleasure of helping him bolt this amazing line. Two bolts lead to a slightly overhanging hand crack- having 3 #3 cammalots is the ideal rack but you can get by with 2 and double #2's- singles on the rest- slinging your gear is helpful for rope drag. The crack narrows to fingers then bolts on the face head wall. Save a medium piece in between last bolt and anchors. Many different cruxes will test all of your climbing skills-

From parking spot follow trail west- turn right -N-and go down the hill just before the sledgehammer- you will pass Knife in a Gunfight-on your left -as you walk down hill Rain Shadow Boulder will be on your right- continue around the Boulder heading east now you can't miss this Amazing Splitter!!

6 bolts, stoppers, .3 -#3 Cammalot - extra # 3's helpfull 2 bolt Anchor at top A 70 meter rope will just barely get you down- WATCH your ends!!