Report on the First Ascent

Teams from the Republic of Buryatia to p. Sauk-Djaylau 4866 m via the Bastions of the Northern Ridge. July 19, 2015. Approximately 5B–6A category of difficulty. Ulan-Ude, 2015.

Climbing Passport

1. Pamir-Alay, Alay Ridge, Archekanysh (Surmetash) gorge. Section number according to the classification table 5.1.1
2. Peak: Sauk-Djaylau 4866 m (peak coordinates: 39°46′0.47″ N 71°56′4.48″ E, height and coordinates determined by GPS), via the Bastions of the Northern Ridge.
3. Category of difficulty: proposed 5B–6A, first ascent, second ascent overall.
4. Route type: Combined.
5. Route elevation gain: 916 m (3950 m–4866 m). Route length: 1100 m.