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Yosemite Climbers' 5.15d Challenge
Tommy Caldwell and Tyler Karow complete a 14-hour Yosemite climb after a text exchange.
In brief
Tommy Caldwell and Tyler Karow complete a 14-hour Yosemite climb after a text exchange. Tommy Caldwell and Tyler Karow climbed a 5.12 crux route in Yosemite in 14 hours, completing the route in six pitches after a text exchange. Originally reported by Gripped Magazine.
Yosemite Climbers' 5.15d Challenge
Tommy Caldwell and Tyler Karow complete a 14-hour Yosemite climb after a text exchange.
Text Exchange
Tyler Karow received a text from Tommy Caldwell asking if he wanted to climb in Yosemite after two months without climbing.
Quarter Dome Route
They chose Quarter Dome for its route that matched their skill sets and was not too sustained for Tyler Karow's out-of-shape state.
14-Hour Ascent
The climb took 14 hours from car to car, covering six pitches with a mellow hike down the Mist Trail.
5.12 Crux
Tommy Caldwell sent the 5.12 crux route, which felt like a wild ride, and Tyler Karow climbed it clean on top rope.
Climbing Experience
Tyler Karow felt his previous attempt ended in an epic bail and was out of shape after minimal exercise for two months.
What to remember
Tommy Caldwell and Tyler Karow climbed a 5.12 crux route in Yosemite in 14 hours, completing the route in six pitches after a text exchange.
