1.
Spore Wars (8a) ***
Brilliant, sustained climbing in two parts. BA to surmount roof at 7c or free
at the above. Good rest at half-height. 2.
Subversive Body Pumping (7b+) **
Hideous entry into groove, English 6c - leads to a superb crack and an airy rightwards
exit. 3. Powers That Be
(7c) ** Rightwards
line from just above crux of Subversive into Berlin, then onto Still Life for
its finish. 4. Project 5.
Berlin (7a+) *** A
modern classic with sustained technical interest throughout. Bouldery at the start.
6. Still Life (7b+) ***
Technical wizardry
throughout. Move right out of Berlin to gain the left-hand side of the obvious
arete. The bulge above gives a fitting climax. 7.
Chives of Freedom E6 6c *
The original way onto the arete had an aid point but has since been freed. Desperate
and very sporting, hence grade. 8.
Big Time E6 6c **
The long slim corner with a desperate entry. The groove is bold (RPs) and the
direct finish over the roof is entertaining to say the least. 9.
Crock of Gold 7c+ ***
A pumpy/dynamic roof is combined with a hideously thin slab - get those very sticky
boots out or peddle for Wales 10.
The Sharp Cereal Professor (7b) ***
A recently concocted series of problems incorporating Salem's Lot. A powerful
and dynamic roof is coupled with a superb and intricate face above. Take care
with rope drag. 11. Harlem
(7b+) *** A magnificent
varied route with all the hallmarks of a great climb: power, a sustained nature
and technicalities. 12.
Hawaiian Chance (7b+) **
A direct eliminate via Spain. A strenuous roof and desperate move left out of
Spain. The bolt does not affect Spain despite misguided comments from some. 13.
Spain E4 6a ***
A traditional hard classic twixt grooves, overlaps and slabs. Plenty of technical
moves, a thuggish pull and numerous TRs for good measure. 14.
Groovy Tube Day E2 5c ***
Another classic branching off right from Spain into the tube. Quite strenuous
low down and technical to gain the tube. Abseil off from TB above. 15.
Dr Van Steiner 7a+
A worthwhile selection of problems with a few rubbish holds thrown in for good
measure. Spooky. 16. Venice
7a short thuggy
roof. Not yet bolted. |