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Route Description: через Башню
SSummitMateReport on the first ascent of the "Bashnya" route, category 3B difficulty level, on Mt. Bolshoy Thach on February 4, 2008.
Report on the first ascent of the SW couloir of Mt. Bolshoy Thach (2368.4 m) via the "Bashnya" route, approximately category 3B, completed by M.V. Bogatyrev, A.Yu. Burlev, and Yu.A. Menyayev on February 4, 2008. Table of Contents:
- Ascent Passport
- Maps of the Area
- Brief Characteristics of the Area
- Approach Description
- Route Diagram in UIAA Symbols
- Summary Table of the Route
- Route and Descent Description
- Route Photos
Route Description: ЮЗ кулуару
SSummitMateReport on the first ascent of the "Otkryvashka" Route, category 2A, on Mt. Bolshoy Tkhach.
Report on the first ascent of the SW couloir of Mt. Bolshoy Tkhach (2161.0 m) via the "Otkryshka" route, approximately 2A category of difficulty, accomplished by M.V. Bogatyrev, A.Yu. Burlev, and Yu.A. Menyayev on February 6, 2008. Table of Contents
- Ascent Passport
- Maps of the Area
- Brief Characteristics of the Area
- Approach Description
- Route Diagram in UIAA Symbols
- Summary Table of the Route
- Route and Descent Description
- Route Photographs
Route Description: С склону
SSummitMateAscent passport for **Fisht Peak (2867 m)** with a description of the route and characteristics of the area.
Ascent Passport
- Climbing type: rock climbing
- Ascent area: Western Caucasus, Krasnodar Krai up to Marukh pass
- Peak, its height, and ascent route: Fisht, 2867 m, via the northern slope
- Estimated difficulty category: 1B
- Route characteristics: a) elevation gain — 1367 m; b) average steepness — 35°; c) length of sections: I — 2400 m, II — 500 m, III — none, IV — none, V — none, VI — none
- Pitons driven:
Route Description: ЮВ гребню
SSummitMate### Overview of the Fisht Massif and Lagonaki Plateau Region The Fisht massif is a majestic mountain range located in the heart of the Caucasus. The region surrounding the massif, including the Lagonaki Plateau, is characterized by diverse geographical and geological features. The area is known for its rugged terrain, alpine lakes, and unique rock formations. ### Geographical and Geological Characteristics The Fisht massif is distinguished by its complex geological structure, featuring limestone and dolomite rocks that have been shaped by millions of years of tectonic activity and erosion. The Lagonaki Plateau, situated nearby, is a high-altitude region with a relatively flat surface, dotted with glacial lakes and surrounded by towering peaks. ### Climbing Route to the Summit The ascent to Fisht's summit is a challenging yet rewarding experience, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding landscape. Climbers typically follow a route that takes them through a variety of terrain, including alpine meadows, rocky slopes, and glacial moraines. The climb requires a good level of physical fitness and mountaineering skills, as well as careful planning and preparation to navigate the unpredictable mountain weather.
ASCENT LOG
- Ascent class: rock
- Ascent area: Western Caucasus, Krasnodar Krai, up to Marukh pass
- Peak, its height and ascent route: [гора] Фишт, 2867 m from M. Fishkinsky glacier
- Expected difficulty category: 2B
- Route characteristics: a) height difference – 1367 m; b) average steepness – 40°; c) length of sections: I – 1300 m, II – 240 m, III – 220 m, IV – none, V – none, VI – none.
- Pitons hammered:
Route Description: ЮВ гребню
SSummitMateAscent to the summit of **Fisht** (2867 m) via the SE ridge, 2A* grade. A rocky route with beautiful views and panoramas of the Western Caucasus.
Route name — Fisht peak. Number in classifier 62. Cat. grade. 2A*. Leader V. Taranenko. Year of passage 1984. Fisht (2867 m), 2A cat. grade. via SE ridge, rock route. V. Taranenko, 1984. After prolonged snowfalls — snowy (for classification purposes between October 15 and May 15). This route is one of the most aesthetically appealing routes in the area:
- many beautiful views;
- panorama of the Western Caucasus;
- effective angles for photo and video shooting.
From the "Fisht" trailhead, follow the marked trail to the base of the wall. Then, up to the left along the Maly Fishtinsky Glacier (avalanches!) to the Fishtinsky Pass (2.5–3 hours).
Routes to Fisht peak
Route Description: СЗ гребню
SSummitMateDescription of the ascent route to the summit of **Fisht (2867)** via the NW ridge, category 2A, in the Western Caucasus.
Ascent Passport
- Ascent area: Western Caucasus, Main Caucasus Range, Belaya River valley
- Peak, route: p. Fisht (2867), via NW ridge (via "Crocodile")
- Estimated category of difficulty: 2A, first ascent
- Route length: 1400 m Average slope of the route: 30°
- Number of walking hours/days: 3/0.1
- Leader: Skripchenko A. V. Participants: Yakunina Yu. A., Foigel M. R.
- Departure to the route: September 6, 2002
Route Description: СВ гребню
SSummitMateDescription of the ascent route to Mt. Fisht (2367 m) via the North-Eastern ridge, category 2B, with a detailed description of the path and recommendations.
| I. Category of ascent | — technical |
| 2. Area of ascent | — Western Caucasus, Krasnodar Krai up to Marukh pass |
| 3. Peak, its height and ascent route | — Mt. Fisht, 2867 m, via north-eastern ridge |
| 4. Proposed complexity category | 2B |
| 5. Route characteristics: | |
| a). height difference | 1167 m |
| b). average steepness | 50° (excluding sections on snow plateau) |
| c). length of sections | — I — 240 m; II — 540 m; III — 305 m; IV — 160 m |
Route Description: СВ гребню
SSummitMateReport on the ascent of the MAK "Freeline" team to the summit of **Fisht** via the North-Eastern ridge, a category 2B climb.
Report
On the Ascent
TO THE SUMMIT OF FISHT 2867 m VIA THE NORTH-EAST RIDGE ROUTE, CATEGORY 2B DIFFICULTY BY THE "FREELINE" MAC TEAM FROM JUNE 28, 2024 TO JUNE 30, 2024 2024
I. Ascent Passport
| № | 1. General Information | |
|---|---|---|
| 1.1 | Full Name, Sports Rank of the Leader | Kovalev Roman Alexandrovich, 1st sports rank |
| 1.2 | Full Name, Sports Rank of Participants | Timoshina Victoria Alexandrovna, 3rd sports rank. Laptev Alexander Vladimirovich, 3rd sports rank. |
| 1.3 | Full Name of Coach | Motienko Nikolai Ilyich, CMS |
Route Description: ЮВ стене
SSummitMateDescription of the ascent route to the summit of **Fisht** (2867 m) via the SE wall, grade 4A, first ascent by a group led by **Maxim Foigel** in 2001.
Ascent Passport
- Ascent Class
- technical
- Ascent Area: Western Caucasus, Main Caucasian Range, Belaya River valley
- Peak, Route: p. Fisht (2867 m), via SE wall
- Expected category of difficulty — 4A, first ascent
- Height difference:
- 767 m
- of which the actual wall section — 310 m
- total route length — 1000 m
Route Description: ЮЗ ребру
SSummitMateReport on the ascent to the summit of [Mount] Fisht via the South-West ridge, the first ascent of category 3B difficulty made by the team of the Krasnodar mountaineering section.
Report
on the ascent of Mt. Fisht (2867 m) via the Southwest Ridge, first ascent, approximately category 3B, made by the team of the KubSTU "Shтурм" Alpinism Section, Krasnodar, 2012.
Ascent Passport
- Western Caucasus, Krasnodar Krai, 2.1
- Fisht peak (2867 m) via the Southwest Ridge
- Proposed category: 3B, first ascent
- Route type: rock
- Height difference: 630 m