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Chirripo hosts a massive potential for expansion in traditional, sport and multi pitch climbing. However due to red tape and bureaucratic apprehension climbing in the national park has been forbidden. Thankfully this minor setback did not stop an ambitious few that were ahead of their time and fully comprehended the great potential that Chirripo offers. Only two routes were able to go up, but these have inspired many to view Chirripo as having the promise to be Costa Rica’s premier climbing destination, if only its development will be permitted.
108) La Ruta Japonesa, 5.8, 5b FA:
La Ruta Japonesa, also known as La Aguja, is a fun 3 pitch mixed climb that starts with easy climbing with bolt protection for the first pitch and then a walking traverse second pitch before a traditional climb third pitch to the summit. The summit is equipped with anchors to allow rappelling down after the ascent. It took 3 days at the high altitude tower La Aguja� (The Needle) to rebolt the original route that was set by a Japanese man (hence the name). The rebolt team of Jorge Fuentes, Annuar Hassan, El Flaco, and Eduardo Baldioceda also put up Positive Way during their time on the mountain. Approximate Height 80m, P1: 5 draws, P2: walk, P3: trad
109) Positive Way, 5.10b, 6a+ FA: Anuar Hassan, Eduardo Baldioceda
Unlike its neighbour, Positive Way moves directly up the vertical section of the spire. The route will be three pitches once it ascends the entire wall to the summit, however currently only the first pitch is bolted. Approximate Height 30m, 9 draws
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