The rock varies in character from typically quarried on the lower tier through to more abrasive rock on the upper tier where blasting has uncovered large tracts of calcite-encrusted rock which almost feels like natural limestone. As with most quarries, extra vigilance needs to be exercised by both climber and belayer here given the blasting activity which has created potential for loose rock.
Don't swim in the bright blue toxic pool (as if you needed telling)!
Rockfax Description
A fine line spoilt by the sharp finger-trashing pocket on the crux. Follow Cairn to the third bolt then stretch across to the pocket. Pull up to the lower-off. © Rockfax
FA. Nadim Siddiqui, Bill Birch 1994.
Peak sport for mortals , The "I live in West Yorkshire and have a rockfax digital subscription" 7's sport bible
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peterl1980 | 23 Apr, 2021 |
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βeta: Nastiness of sharp pocket might depend on thickness of fingers. No way for me (quite thick fingers) to safely hold it, but for thinner fingers might work ;) | βeta? | |
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βeta: Nastiness of sharp pocket might depend on thickness of fingers. No way for me (quite thick fingers) to safely hold it, but for thinner fingers might work ;) |
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hamer89 | 13 Apr, 2021 |
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βeta: Nasty pocket and I kicked off a massive foothold out right. Even nastier now! | βeta? | |
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βeta: Nasty pocket and I kicked off a massive foothold out right. Even nastier now! |
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Dan Arkle | 22 Aug, 2007 |
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βeta: It is possible to stretch up to the second (nice) pocket at the same grade. I'm average height. | βeta? | |
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βeta: It is possible to stretch up to the second (nice) pocket at the same grade. I'm average height. |
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Katya | 28 Jun, 2006 |
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βeta: Hideous pocket. Feels like you could loose your fingers if feet popped. | βeta? | |
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βeta: Hideous pocket. Feels like you could loose your fingers if feet popped. |
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Grade: 7a+ ***
(Chee Dale Lower)