We set out with big plans for a big route at a crag called Fournel, but found the sector we wanted to climb out of bounds. Instead we turned our attention to another route, but we didn’t like the vibe much. The climbing felt awkward, intimidating and the route traversed away making the option a Read more

Stormy wet weather up in the mountains meant that we descended the valley a little today to climb some single pitch routes downhill from our house. It was nice to get a new view and be able to climb in the sunshine without getting toasted. A contrast to a few days ago, where the rock Read more

After such a big day up in the ‘big mountains’, we were keen to take things easy today, but the weather forecast convinced us to get out for a quick climb in the morning before things turned. All was dry and bright in the valley and things were looking up as we hiked steeply up Read more

It was a bit of a surprise to see fresh snow up on the tops! The overnight precipitation had also changed the river a bit! Once the sun had warmed the slabs, we had a nice afternoon trying to climb rock that was mostly devoid of hand holds and foot holds! Classic Ailefroide technique… Petite Read more