AstridRoute Grade Votings
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Vast amounts of character, good climbing and an exciting abseil approach make this a memorable climb. The groove and crack-line in the centre of the wall gives steady climbing in impressive surroundings. Good gear. USER COMMENTS
hard to start for 5a but amazing atmosphere, glad its gone up from VS in the old CC guide
The tricky approach to all routes in this area means this is not an area for beginners. Great atmosphere. Hard start to this route (top end 5a) is made doubly difficult by the rock being slightly slimy if the sea's rough. The difficulties are short lived though, giving way to steep but technically undemanding climbing on big holds with good gear to the top. Thouroughly enjoyable.
slimey in high seas eh? it was desperate enough on a dry day after a week of sunshine!
Worth noting that the ab in to the (hanging) belay(at least the one we did) is reasonably tricky. It overhangs about 8ft and therefore requires either some judged swings or gear placement.
Worth noting that the ab in to the (hanging) belay(at least the one we did) is reasonably tricky. It overhangs about 8ft and therefore requires either some judged swings or gear placement.
been on my tick list for a long time, finally top-roped it and now saving up the bottle to lead. fantastic atmostphere, prepare yourself its scary down there. tricky abseil if placing nuts, if not you need a lot of momentum to reach the suspect sling...
The approach and isolated feeling makes this a real 'adventure' climb. Not the place to hone your abseiling skills.
Failed to appreciate how overhanging it was and Ab'd down without placing gear. Getting into belay was a nightmare. Partner had to drop 2nd rope so could get a swing on. Great route though. *** for atmosphere.
The abseil is about 20m. Don't forget a prussik. There's a couple of old slings at the belay stance now so you can swing over and get yourself sorted out. Ropework is a bit tricky if you're climbing on two ropes! |