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Bennybeg Bolts

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 Nick_Scots 08 May 2015

Hi,

I had a group out at Bennybeg last night, last there in October. The bolts are certainly rusty and mixed in quality - not questioning the original placements. Some have been pinched etc.

Plenty trees behind for top roping. Is there any plan for re-bolting with less pinchable resin bolts or for a bolt fund ?

Nick
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 Dr Toph 08 May 2015
In reply to Scott_vzr:

7amax runs a bolt fund from book profits and donations, specifically for re-equipping existing lines. Anyone wanting to repair Bennybeg is welcome to apply and we will see if we can help.

 dmhigg 09 May 2015
In reply to Scott_vzr:

I would definitely recommend having a look at the belay points on the left hand wall before setting top ropes. There are two belays where both bolts are attached to boulders which seem to have cracks all the way round, and have a bit of a shaky feel when the kick test is applied. They may not be unsafe but I don't use them for top roping.
OP Nick_Scots 09 May 2015
In reply to dmhigg:

I use the trees on both crags, I have enough ropes for rigging so not an issue.
OP Nick_Scots 09 May 2015
In reply to Dr Toph:

Must buy the guide then !
 Dr Toph 10 May 2015
In reply to Scott_vzr:

> Must buy the guide then !

Always welcome of course, but not a prerequisite for applying for funds!
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