Introduction There are many of equalising a sling while climbing, and this month's tip will introduce two of the lesser known methods. Equalising a sling with an overhand knot on…
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Introduction Cam Crag Ridge is one of the Lake District's best scrambles - for those in the know. It offers everything the scrambler could want. There are stunning views, excellent…
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Improvised Quick Draws Sometimes you may find that on a long pitch of climbing you are running low on gear and might have to make improvised quick draws to make…
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Introduction A guided walk up the Old Man of Coniston, or a hill and mountain skills course, will take you to stunning mountain views and show you some of the…
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Introduction What is meant by scrambling the 'big three' ridges? Well, the most serious, technically difficult and complex mountain ridge in the UK to traverse end-to-end is without doubt the…
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Introduction Scrambling the Aonach Eagach ridge in Glencoe is one of the classic mountain scrambling days in Scotland. It is rated as Grade 2 scramble. The technically difficult sections are few…
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Booking and Prices If you'd like to know more about scrambling Curved Ridge in Glencoe, then see our main page for more details and prices or see what our clients say about…
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Introduction Our scrambling courses in the Lake District give you the ideal opportunity to explore the more rugged and dramatic routes up mountains. They will also expand your repertoire of…
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Introduction The scramble up Bristly Ridge on Glyder Fach can be viewed in two ways. It's either a very fine Grade 1 scramble to the summit of Glyder Fach in…
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Introduction Scrambling the Yr Wyddfa (Snowdon) Horseshoe is one of the great mountain days out in the UK. Exciting enough, but never as technically difficult as the likes of the…
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