Rearick and Royal Robbins climbed the Vampire at Tahquitz Rock in California in 1959; though some aid was used (not eliminated until 1973), the route required 5.10 climbing, exceptionally difficult for the times.
In 1959, Rearick and Royal Robbins ascended the Vampire at Tahquitz Rock in California.  Though aid was employed (not entirely removed until 1973), this route presented a formidable challenge, requiring 5.10 climbing difficulty, which was considered exceptionally difficult for its time.