This a four bolt climb just to the right of the large "S" crack. Taking a fall on this route and cause little damage, which is probably the reason for the name. This route uses a full mix of sport and crack climbing technique. Even though it is a crack, it can be easily climb with out any jams. Big moves are required to get to the bolts and requires some commitment but is very fun. Plenty of good rests along the crack to make your red point. Blood on the Rocks has seemingly two cruxes, one after the third bolt and and the second at the chains. However cruxes may be different for everyone depending on height and ape index.
Clipping the anchors is rather difficult. It would appear that the easiest way to clip the anchors would be from the large ledge right below the chains but a lack of good feet makes this a very difficult task. The two options for clipping the chains are either high to the right or high to the left while leaning in for the reach. My partner was able to clip from the high left and I was able to clip from the high right. However, either option does put a lot of rope between you and the fourth bolt. Trying to clip from the high right does make for a very exposed traverse across the face definitely adds to the excitement of the climb.
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