North Ridge of Пик Горихвостка(Pk 5248)
Climbing the North Ridge of Redstart Peak
Alpine Climbing Difficult
- Distance
- 917 m
- Ascent
- 219 m
- Descent
- 3 m
- Low Point
- 5 km
- High Point
- 5.2 km
- Gradient
- 19˚
This is a popular alpine climbing route which is generally considered to be difficult. It's extremely remote, it features medium exposure and is typically done in undefined. From a low point of 5 km to the maximum altitude of 5.2 km, the route covers 917 m, 219 vertical metres of ascent and 3 vertical metres of descent. You'll need crampons, quickdraws, glacier kit and 2 ice axes to complete it safely.
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Description
After exploring the Zaroshkul glacier the team identified Pk 5248 as their first objective. After three hours of climbing PD+ terrain they successfully achieved a first summit at 5248m.
Difficulty
Difficult
The beginning of truly technical terrain which might involve pitched climbing on rock and/or ice, exposed terrain and complex route finding in ascent and descent. Equivalent to AD, AD+
Medium Exposure
The route features some exposed and/or difficult to protect sections.
Remoteness
In the high mountains or remote conditions, all individuals must be completely autonomous in every situation.
Best time to visit
Equipment required
- Crampons
- Quickdraws
- Glacier kit
- 2 Ice Axes