In reply to Andy Clarke1965:
Hmm... when I saw him, he was, let's say, pretty average on rock and not remotely comparable with the three whom Rocksol has mentioned.
This in no way detracts from his stature as a 'super-Alpinist', i.e. one taking Alpinism into the greater ranges.
A wonderful talent, taken from us at far too young an age.
Mick
P.S. Perhaps a comparable example is Mick Geddes, apparently average on rock but a very good ice climber and Mr Cool himself when it came to the big grip.