Introduction These days, there is so much discussion about whether to choose crampons or microspikes. They are two different pieces equipment associated with winter, snow and hills/mountains. Because at a…
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Introduction Your partner can act as a safety back-up on an abseil descent in pace of using a prusik knot. Last month I shared a little tip on the sequence…
Introduction Using a prusik knot for safety on an abseil is a very well-known and common technique that many climbers use. But this tip is just a little ‘icing on…
Introduction Joining one of our climbing courses in the Peak District could give you the opportunity to climb ‘Heaven Crack’. ‘Heaven Crack’ is rock climb graded ‘Very Difficult’ and rated…
Introduction A common technique used in climbing is to equalise a sling at a belay and this quick tip is about stopping a knotted sling from tightening. The problem –…
Introduction The horizontal camming hex placement is now something of an ‘old-school’ technique. But it’s one that’s well worth knowing about. The humble ‘hex’ was once a mainstay of the…
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…
Introduction This month’s tip is all about how to use a compass in the context of mountain walking/hiking. There’s something in it for everyone. For the experienced navigator, maybe it…
Demystifying Navigation – Introduction This article is full of map-reading and navigation tips for beginners and those people who may be frightened by the whole subject. I’ve called it “Demystifying…
Harvey Maps Mazzles Harvey Maps ‘Mazzles’ are a perfect way of putting some ‘lockdown’ time to good use. If you want to improve your map-reading and navigation skills, then one vital…
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A fabulous sunrise above the clouds on Saturday on one of our guided Lake District mountain walks.
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SKILLS: Why Learn to Navigate?
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Getting lost can waste a lot of time, and occasionally proves dangerous, says Nicola Jasieniecka of Mountain Training. But navigating effectively isn't just about avoiding unpleasantness: it can...
