Sittin here blammed on peroni & macallan... in front of the fire, reflecting on a day at Loudon Hill near Darvel (Aryshire). On a blistering hot day after deciding to give "Original Route" a miss, we decided to give "Pulpit Arete" (HS) a go. Colin stared leading and after a very precarious start managed to place a no 3 nut. (thank fuck) which aloud him to make easier moves up the arete. (Sips on another mouthfull of macallan ..... mmmmmmm macallan). After a few choice moves including traversing out on to the arete then back in again (good protection) he progresses up to the belay position.
When starting out, choosing the direct start rather than stepping out off the block, I was immediately overwhelmed by the mantle shelf required to progress to the easier holds. Once this obstacle was overcome the slab ascent seemed easier by comparison. The remaining climb was exposed but enjoyable with good jugs and footholds.
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