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Cheeky conditions on Clach Glas

07/12/13

 

Chris and I snatched a Clach Glas crossing between the tropical rains of Tuesday and northern gales of Thursday but not without a fight. A mix of snow and dry rock allowed us to reach the summit without crampons but they were obligatory on the sketchy descent.P1120239 (800x600)

Sheltered sunny approach

The pics are a pretty true reflection of the weather, we only got hit by one heavy snow shower on the summit, but don’t do the wind any justice. Unpredictable gusts added spice and watering eyes knocked the concentration; we were certainly glad to be roped the whole way!P1120242 (800x600)

Ridge view

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Down-climb early on

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Summit view north

P1120252 (800x600)Summit view south

We happily dropped out of the maelstrom by the screes below the Putting Green and reached the car before darkness and the real storm arrived.