The 2/12 Pitch Perspective Although a 2/12 pitch is not entirely flat—it equates to a 9.5-degree slope—the same risks are associated with it as those with truly flat roofs.

The duo quickly climbed up the first seven pitches which led to the first hard section. Jorg led the pitch clean first go, while the next pitch proved more complicated for Lama, who fell, was lowered ...

"It's too dangerous." He said building codes in New York require that roofs be able to withstand a snow load of at least 25 to 35 pounds per square foot, depending on the pitch of the roof.