### First Ascent of Zapadnaya Klukhor-Kaya Peak via the Northwest Ridge (Category 3B Difficulty) Description of the first ascent of Zapadnaya Klukhor-Kaya peak via the northwest ridge, route characteristics, and recommendations for climbers.

Ascent Record Ascent level — technically challenging Ascent area — Western Caucasus Peak, its height, ascent route — Zapadnaya Klukhor-Kaya, 3500 m, via the northwest ridge Category of difficulty — 3B Route characteristics — height difference 800 m, average slope 40–45 degrees Total climbing hours — 16–18 Overnight stay — on Hokkel Glacier Group composition:

Клухорская, Западная

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