Ruka
Lost in Paradise
A multi-section free-solo marathon on Ruka's stalactites and roof's, finishing with a scenic climb to the top of the lighthouse.
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1. Start near the very beginning of the roof wall, work yourself upwards and to the left, towards to the overhangs / stalactites, working yourself up the stalactite (requiring chalk). Very little footholds, quick and precise movements required.
2. After navigating up the stalactite, you'll be able to access the roof cracks and the overhang ledge which can support you as you move into the cave, preparing yourself for the roof-section.
3. Work yourself through the roof cracks, towards to the honey-dipper hanging from the wall, continue to traverse until you've made it to the opposite wall that you had started from in Step 1. You can maneuver yourself into another roof climb, leading your way over towards to the Stalactite near the Lighthouse Hole entrance.
4. Work your way down from the roof and around the stalactite, this allows you access to the rear walls of the light-house, and begin a relatively stress free climb towards the base of the lighthouse.
5. Essentially following the white-line on the map w/ the Bird's nest locations until you reach the damaged section of the lighthouse, lots of holds and easy features.
6. From the damaged section, head right to begin your ascent on the lesser-featured side of the lighthouse, mainly boulder problems, overhanging mantles. Continue to climb to upwards to the left, aiming for the left side of the platform of the lighthouse.
7. Finish with slab climb up to the platform, using the pillar you can obtain hand holds to assist in pulling yourself up, will require chalk.
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