Wrist Rocket is an amazing climb in Little Cottonwood that is a contender for best in the canyon. I was fortunate enough to stumble upon a crew there as it does require a few pads and/or a solid spot. Also a big thanks to my buddy Kyle for prepping the top and spraying me down with beta.
It's also worth noting that the name of the problem can cause some confusion as it also goes by the name Triple Threat Arete. I'm not actually sure which name is "correct" but it is a great problem regardless.
Ben pulling on to the start of Wrist Rocket
The start of the problem is straight forward fat-boy climbing with big moves to big holds and lots of foot cutting.
Ben eyeing the last dyno before entering the crux lip encounter
Here Kyle and Ben attempt one method to do the crux that uses a small crimp to the right and standing up. I prefer the alternative of matching the arete and doing a balancey mantel. When your foot is on the lip the hard climbing is done but you still need to keep it together for 15 feet of slab climbing.
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