Peaks Climbing

Members: Rob Allen, Bob Anderson, Kevin Anderson, Rob Clark, Sabina Cosulich, Linda Crossley, Andrew Croughton (*), Dave Dillon, Roger Dyke, John Evans, Mark Garrod, Michelle Harvie, Martin Heaton, Duncan Lee, Dave Lygate, Colin Maddison, Craig & Sue Marsden, Al Metelko, Lester Payne, Chris Thickett (*), Zoë Talks (*), Dave Wylie

Guests: Mark Ashley, Dan Creber, Kathy Gordon, Mick Hawley, Roisin Maddison, Thomas & Phoebe (*) Marsden, Teresa Parolis & Lynn ?, Ian Roberts & Pete ?, Fiona Roy, Kate Sparks (*), Chris T's partner ? (*).

 

I arrived on time with Zoë and Kate to bright sunshine, but no climbers. I was just settling down to sun-bathing when Roger and Lester appeared. By the time I had finished Green Crack (VD) there was a seething mass of KMC-ers in the bay below (in all I counted 37 for the day). There followed what I hope was an enjoyable day for all, with enough low- to middle-grade routes to satisfy most.

Stylish ascents were made of Hollyash Crack (VS 4b), the classic Knight's Move (HVS 5a), and entertainment was provided by a number of attempts on the aptly-named The Grazer (VS 4c), of which Al's and Colin's (any more ?) were successful. I was informed that Thomas Marsden (age 8 ?) climbed a severe - good stuff.

I pathetically failed to make the crux move on Big Chimney Arête (HS 4a) as did Lester, but Roger "Cool-Hand" Dyke saved the day and successfully led the route, without falling off !

Colin kindly led Hollyash Crack again, so I could bumble up behind him. I regained some dignity by leading Lie Back, which I believe has been upgraded to VS - same as the Grazer (hmmm). My dignity was short-lived, however, as the (outgoing) President solo down-climbed it.

Thanks to all who came, and also the weather, for making my first meet as leader so enjoyable.

Martin Heaton