Trying to post a page but when I click the "Submit" button it sends me to
http://www.summitpost.org/new_create_object.php and gives me the content below on that page:
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Overview
Panic pillar is a vertical pillar of rock just a few dozen feet south from the summit of Cathedral Peak. Even though a few feet lower in elevation than Cathedral, it holds a much greater challenge for a rock climber. Not just a physical challenge of pulling 5.8-5.9 moves, but a mental one – last 25 feet or so of climbing can’t be protected by traditional gear. A leader fall from the last ten feet of the climb will cause serious injuries or death. Due to above mentioned difficulties this pinnacle does not see fraction of traffic Cathedral Peak receives.
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First Free Ascent (on lead) was likely made by Tom Higgins and Bud Couch, in early 1970s. They are responsible for naming this formation and placing a single bolt on top to use for a rappell.
Glen Dawson and Jack Riegelhuth are thought to make a First Ascent of a pillar in 1930s or 40s by throwing a rope over the formation and than climbing it on “top rope.”
Getting There
Take Highway 120 to Yosemite National Park and drive to Toulumne Meadows. Easiest way to approach the peak is from Cathedral Lakes trailhead.
Route
Most climbers would want to climb Cathedral Peak or Eichorn Pinnacle first and do Panic Pillar as a side trip. The route is up the west face of the pillar and is rated as 5.9 R, even though addition of X is a possibility if climber slips from the last technical crux.
Make your way to the notch of Cathedral and Panic Pillar. Establish a belay below a steep crack. Climb the crack and transition to the west side of the pillar. Before you transition you can clip a rusty piton and place a small cam (green alien/blue metolious), or maybe a nut. From there you do not need any gear. Pull up and mantle to the top of a small ledge and continue climbing up towards the top using the arete. You will have to make a few 5.8/5.9 moves with a potential for decking.
Red Tape
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When to Climb
This pinnacle can usually be climbed during months when Tioga Pass is opened. Check conditions and snow levels before coming.
Camping
Usually done as a day-hike since camping in Budd Creek drainage (Cathedral Peak\'s east side) and within 4 miles of the trailhead is not allowed.
External Links
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Overview
Panic pillar is a vertical pillar of rock just a few dozen feet south from the summit of Cathedral Peak. Even though a few feet lower in elevation than Cathedral, it holds a much greater challenge for a rock climber. Not just a physical challenge of pulling 5.8-5.9 moves, but a mental one – last 25 feet or so of climbing can’t be protected by traditional gear. A leader fall from the last ten feet of the climb will cause serious injuries or death. Due to above mentioned difficulties this pinnacle does not see fraction of traffic Cathedral Peak receives.
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First Free Ascent (on lead) was likely made by Tom Higgins and Bud Couch, in early 1970s. They are responsible for naming this formation and placing a single bolt on top to use for a rappell.
Glen Dawson and Jack Riegelhuth are thought to make a First Ascent of a pillar in 1930s or 40s by throwing a rope over the formation and than climbing it on “top rope.”
Getting There
Take Highway 120 to Yosemite National Park and drive to Toulumne Meadows. Easiest way to approach the peak is from Cathedral Lakes trailhead.
Route
Most climbers would want to climb Cathedral Peak or Eichorn Pinnacle first and do Panic Pillar as a side trip. The route is up the west face of the pillar and is rated as 5.9 R, even though addition of X is a possibility if climber slips from the last technical crux.
Make your way to the notch of Cathedral and Panic Pillar. Establish a belay below a steep crack. Climb the crack and transition to the west side of the pillar. Before you transition you can clip a rusty piton and place a small cam (green alien/blue metolious), or maybe a nut. From there you do not need any gear. Pull up and mantle to the top of a small ledge and continue climbing up towards the top using the arete. You will have to make a few 5.8/5.9 moves with a potential for decking.
Red Tape
Add Red Tape text here.
When to Climb
This pinnacle can usually be climbed during months when Tioga Pass is opened. Check conditions and snow levels before coming.
Camping
Usually done as a day-hike since camping in Budd Creek drainage (Cathedral Peak\'s east side) and within 4 miles of the trailhead is not allowed.
External Links
Add External Links text here.\r\n
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Please help! I tried it 3 times now with the same result. :/
Posted: Thu Sep 26, 2013 5:36 am
As of right now it's split into two "to do lists". One is currently approved, the second one may go under review after the first list is finished (as in they get implemented).