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SpectatorI’ve Paid my deposit.
MatthewSpectatorI will be attending.
Two details to note and consider:
1. There was a recent discussion about the excellent quality of the facilities / variety / and general ambience of Big Depot Leeds that led to a debate as to whether this venue should be the destination for the “traditional” Xmas climb. It certainly gets my vote.
2. Our joyous re-acquaintance with The Fox had me thinking that a Bishopthorpe Traverse is becoming very polished and worn, and resembles one of those Classic routes that are best avoided when even slightly damp. As iconoclasts and pioneers, can I suggest we consider an alternative approach to Trembling Madness; attempting a daring new line starting at An Mhadaidh (The Fox) and involving a run out and exposed foray down to Lendal (potentially placing runners at the Volunteers Arms, the Bay Horse, the York Tap and The Maltings). Risky, I know… but what a line…SpectatorAll a bit weather dependent, Mr Carrier and I have a draft plan involving setting off a day (or even 2) earlier so we can have a warm-up in Borrowdale, or something… and having as look at Scafell (Moss Ghyll Grooves if we are feeling brave) or taking a look at Pikes Crag. There’s a couple of cracking routes on that side of Mickledoor.
Assuming we get phenomenal clear weather; and if my new bionic knee can stand up to any or all of this: a visit to Napes would seem like a good idea. I would echo Oli’s comments re the Needle. All the routes in that area are very polished and positively lethal when wet. But if the conditions are right, and I am fit enough, I would be up for a visit (and I know how to get off the top of the Needle safely).
If the weather decides to be awful, I can heartily recommend a stroll up to Pillar from Wasdale Head (never a disappointment). If the weather is truly awful then a visit to Brats Hill Stone circles (behind Illgill ) is a worthwhile objective. And of course, never forget that Nether Wasdale has sufficient hostelries to almost classify as a pub crawl venue.SpectatorI have transferred funds.
…and I second the request for perfect conditions (and also add an additional requirement of being able to walk by then)
MatthewSpectatorI am now definitely Covid-free (as is the rest of my household) so I shall be making my first tentative, wobbly steps up a wall this evening after quite a break. Leaving from Acomb / Foxwood vicinity (after a running an errand) at about 5ish, if anyone wants to collaborate on transport
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