Noble Wife

Like most routes in Rifle, Noble Wife climbs much better than it looks.

Do the semi-difficult start of

Call The Cops

, then with a ledge looming below, make a hard, committing move to establish in the steep, blocky corner. Continue making awkward, strenuous, and off-balance moves until the angle eases off, and the climbing becomes more subtle, and technical.

It is a great route for anyone looking for something with a traditional feel.

This is left of

Call The Cops

.

Lot of quickdraws. The anchors have carabiners. A 60 meter rope will get you to the ground from the anchors.