Overview
Grade: 8+/9-
Total time: 8 hrs
Climbing time: 4 hrs
Approach time: 2 hrs
Exit time: 2 hrs
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Length: 300m
Rope Length: 60m
Quickdraws: 12
Climbing "Golden Delicious" on the Rienzwand, graded 8+/9-, is a significant achievement. This route on the Rienzwand – Col di Mezzo is known for its technical difficulty, demanding powerful moves on small holds, sustained sequences, and often, questionable rock quality in places. Success requires a combination of excellent physical conditioning, precise footwork, mental fortitude to overcome the exposed positions, and a healthy dose of luck regarding the conditions (especially with variable rock). The sustained nature of the route makes it a true test of endurance as well. Completing "Golden Delicious" is a testament to a climber's skill and dedication.
