The Blades

Widowmaker

On the eastern side of The Blades, across the nearest ice bridge, navigate the ice by staying on dry land.

7c+
King Line
First AscentManInAWhiteSuitFeb 20, 2026
First RedpointManInAWhiteSuitSep 11, 2026
First Clean AscentN/AN/A
Chalk Record10by ManInAWhiteSuit
Speed Record13:30.00by ManInAWhiteSuit
2Ascents
2Redpoints

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On the eastern side of The Blades are two bridges of ice. Walk across the nearest one (Iced Latte) to the wall of hanging bodies. Climb up towards the climb-bot that’s hanging about 150 feet above. You’ll notice that—with the exception of one small area—this entire route remains on rock only. Let that guide you. After paying your respects to the fallen, climb up and out. Watch out though. I thought I heard gunshots….

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