Craig Bwlch Y Moch - 16th April

Lena starting pitch 2 of Grim Wall

Lena climbing in the sun and a t-shirt - Wales or Spain?

The 16th April in North Wales turned out to be a pretty good day. We managed to snatch a couple of climbs at Tremadog, avoiding the colder weather of the higher crags. We were initially able to climb in t-shirts, but then by afternoon, the temperature fell and more clothing was needed to keep going - until eventually I froze! We started with Lena leading Grim Wall (VS 4c**)

Lena cruising up the steep wall to the top

Lena did well working out the guide book route for the top pitch, getting through the mini roofs, to the exciting steep finish - a great climb.

I'm at the beginning of pitch 1 of Grim Wall Direct

I liked the look of Grim Wall Direct (E1 5b**) as our next climb. This was definitely a tricky crack to start with, but the wide bridge out right helped.

Pitch 1 turned out to be excellent

Pitch 2 was also good, but by now thew hot sun had disappeared and I was cold!

I was cold when I got to pitch 2, so this turned out to be a struggle, especially when I saw the few other climbers, leave for belay jackets, or indoors! Another great day, in almost great weather.