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04-08-2009, 09:03 AM #1
Russell Gulch
from "the book" ( http://tinyurl.com/dc5vko ):
#36 Russell Gulch
While the normal route into The Subway is often called the "Russell Gulch Approach", it actually crosses Russell rather than descending it. This variation descends the canyon with three rappels of 100 feet (30 m), adding a little technical interest and another nice section of canyon to the normal Subway Route. It adds about an hour to the route, for small groups.
While this route is fairly straightforward, the rappels themselves have awkward starts and are not suitable for beginners. Don't take them, they won't have a good time.
Rating: 3B III
Time Required: 7 to 10 hours
Preferred Season: Summer or fall.
Cold Water Protection: Wetsuits advisable in all but the hottest weather.
Longest Rappel: 100 feet (30 m)
Special Difficulties: None
Approach: Follow the normal approach to the Subway to where it crosses Russell Gulch. Don't cross. Instead, traverse right (west) across the top of slabs then down steep slickrock and dirt to the canyon bottom. Find the path of minimum impact
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04-08-2009 09:03 AM # ADS
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04-08-2009, 09:12 AM #2
many thanks, tom
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04-08-2009, 11:00 AM #3
hey! i've heard people call that one the "fake subway entrance". I did once and its definitely a good variation but will definitely slow you down, if you don't know what you are doing.
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04-08-2009, 11:12 AM #4Originally Posted by jman
We need to up your rap skills, Jman. C'mon out with me sometime and see how its done!
(ha ha)
Yes, Jman's statement is correct. AS STATED IN THE BETA, it adds about an hour to the route, for small groups. maybe I should have added "proficient" too. Large groups - depends on how well they are managed, as always.
Tom
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04-08-2009, 05:07 PM #5
I will have to try that enterence sometime. i have done the standared route and the Das Boot variation but not russels gulch yet. maybe one day i will have a chance to start up at lava point and drop in the whole way sounds like fun.
IT ALWAYS LOOKS HIGHER FROM THE TOP!!!!
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04-11-2009, 04:00 AM #6Originally Posted by ratagonia
Tom, u got any pics of the 2nd rappel by chance?
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04-11-2009, 08:05 PM #7Tom, u got any pics of the 2nd rappel by chance?
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04-12-2009, 04:06 AM #8
Thanks Scott P. That will work perfectly. My first and only time through i didn't have a camera :( and I'm showing my friend the alternate route.
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04-13-2009, 10:18 AM #9Originally Posted by jman
http://www.canyoneeringusa.com/rave/subway02/index.htm
Tom
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04-13-2009, 10:42 AM #10Originally Posted by ratagonia
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04-13-2009, 02:20 PM #11Originally Posted by sarahlizzy
Tom
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04-13-2009, 02:42 PM #12Originally Posted by ratagonia
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