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Separate Ways

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Separate Ways is a difficult crack climb on Yosemite's Cookie Cliff, notable for sustained finger locking on the valley's famously smooth granite.

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Where is the climbing route Separate Ways located?

Separate Ways is a difficult crack climb on Cookie Cliff in Yosemite Valley. Cookie Cliff is known for steep granite cracks that reward precise jamming and strong finger technique.

What technique is central to climbing Separate Ways?

The route is notable for sustained finger locking, in which the climber jams the fingers into a narrow granite crack for security. Success depends on keeping the hands engaged while finding efficient foot placements on Yosemite's smooth rock.

Is Separate Ways a sport climb or a traditional crack climb?

Separate Ways is described as a traditional crack climb, so the leader relies on removable protection placed in the crack. That makes gear selection, placements, and the ability to climb continuously between pieces part of the route's challenge.

How does Separate Ways fit into Cookie Cliff's climbing character?

It represents the sustained finger-crack style for which Cookie Cliff is famous, rather than a short face climb with closely spaced bolts. Other Cookie Cliff classics, including Butterballs, show why the area is a major Yosemite destination for crack climbers.

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