Ice – Misty Mountain Hop

Spring Ice Perfection on Hadrian’s Wall Direct, Ben Nevis

4 Apr

A deep thaw followed by a rapid refreeze in late March saw the high ice routes on Ben Nevis come into superb condition. So when a perfect weather day appeared in the forecast it was a done deal – Andy...
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An Ice Surprise – Accidental New Routing on Lurcher’s Crag

28 Feb

Westerly storms had battered the Scottish hills for more than a week, but at least temperatures had fallen and ice had started to form. In these conditions, Lurcher’s Crag in the Northern Cairngorms can be blasted clear of powder and...
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